Petal Pals
shrub · 2004
Soeur Emmanuelle
Rosa 'DELamo'
3-4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Shade OK
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
Large (over 3.5 inches)
Bloom habit
arranged singly or in inflorescences of 1–10 pieces
Petal count
layer upon layer of lilac-pink petals
Flowering
Repeat blooming in flushes
Habit
Upright, slightly spreading
Color
lavender
Fragrance
Strong
Foliage
dark green
Foliage surface
Matte.
Fragrance Notes
Strong, complex scent with notes of anise and lavender
Color Description
Lilac-pink to rose-pink
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Height
3-4 feet
Spread
about 60 cm
Soil
Rich, loamy, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic pH (6.0–6.5) is ideal.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
high resistance to powdery mildew, black spot, and rain
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist during establishment; mature plants need about 1 inch of water per week, ideally applied at the base.
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first bloom flush.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth; remove dead or diseased canes and shape for airflow.
Pests & Diseases
Common issues include aphids, black spot, powdery mildew, and Japanese beetles.
🧬 Pedigree
cv. 'DELamo'
🏆 Awards & Recognition
ADR (Allgemeine Deutsche Rosenneuheitenprüfung)