Petal Pals
shrub · 1997
Barbara Austin
Rosa 'AUStop'
3.5ft to 5ft
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–11
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
2in to 3.5in
Bloom habit
Borne mostly solitary or in small clusters; flat, old-fashioned, reflexed, rosette form.
Petal count
41 to 73 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
blush
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
medium green
Foliage surface
semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Old Rose and lilac
Color Description
Delicate blush pink blooms that fade to a soft pale pink, featuring a rosette shape with a button eye.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3.5ft to 5ft
Spread
3ft to 4ft
Soil
Thrives in most soils; ensure the area is dug over thoroughly and free of weeds and stones.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–11
Disease Resistance
Disease resistant
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Water the soil rather than the leaves to maintain health and resilience.
Fertilizer
Well-fed roses are more resilient; follow general rose feeding practices.
Pruning
In late winter or early spring, remove dead, diseased, or rubbing stems and shorten remaining stems to shape the plant.
Pests & Diseases
Generally disease resistant.