Petal Pals
floribunda · 2021
Aurora Borealis
Rosa 'VLR002'
80-100 cm
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Shade OK
Light
3–8
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
floribunda
Bloom size
8-9 cm
Bloom habit
Small clusters
Petal count
17-20 petals (semi-double to double)
Flowering
Continuous
Habit
Upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
Not specified
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
glossy
Fragrance Notes
Not specified
Color Description
Sunset pink or purple-pink blend
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Height
80-100 cm
Spread
80-100 cm
Soil
Moist, slightly acidic, well-drained soil; adapts to clay or sandy soils.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 3–8
Disease Resistance
Extremely disease resistant, specifically to black spot.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Requires watering during dry spells; avoid wetting leaves when exposed to the sun.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced fertilizer to support healthy growth.
Pruning
In early spring, prune to 15-25 cm (6-10 inches) from the ground to remove dry tips and old hips.
Pests & Diseases
Resistant to black spot.
🧬 Pedigree
'RSM60' × 'RSM564'
🏆 Awards & Recognition
None