Petal Pals
shrub · 2012
Black Caviar
Rosa 'TAN97150'
4 feet to 1.5 meters
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–10
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
4 inches
Bloom habit
Clusters
Petal count
Very full, 41+ petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
burgundy
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Glossy green
Foliage surface
Glossy
Fragrance Notes
Honey, lemon, vanilla, and jasmine.
Color Description
red-to-burgundy
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4 feet to 1.5 meters
Soil
Rich, loamy, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic pH (6.0-6.5).
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–10
Disease Resistance
Excellent with regular pest and disease prevention.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Water deeply at the base once or twice a week, especially during dry periods; avoid overhead watering.
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced fertilizer or rose-specific blend in early spring and again after the first bloom cycle; stop 6-8 weeks before the first frost.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth; remove dead or diseased canes and shape for airflow.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to common rose pests and diseases such as aphids, black spot, and powdery mildew.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
No. 115 in the 2002 Monza Competition