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Pompeii Rose
Rosa
48 inches
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
3–11
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
other
Bloom size
3 inches
Bloom habit
Classic bloom with petals that spiral gracefully.
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
other
Color
cream
Fragrance
none
Fragrance Notes
The Pompeii rose carries no fragrance.
Color Description
Cream-pink hybrid tea rose
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
48 inches
Soil
Rich, loamy, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic pH (6.0–6.5).
Hardiness Zone
Zone 3–11
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist, providing approximately 1 inch of water per week during the growing season; apply water at the base of the plant.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced fertilizer (NPK) consistently before and throughout the blooming cycle.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring, just as buds begin to swell or when forsythia blooms. Remove dead or diseased canes and shape for airflow.
Pests & Diseases
Common issues include aphids, black spot, powdery mildew, and Japanese beetles.