Petal Pals
floribunda · 2021
Sweet Madame Blue
Rosa 'WEKwibscryper'
1.5 to 3 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Shade OK
Light
5–10
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
floribunda
Bloom size
3 to 4 inches
Bloom habit
Clusters of old-fashioned, cupped blooms
Petal count
50-75 petals
Flowering
Repeatedly from spring to frost
Habit
Bushy, well-branched, and rounded
Color
purple
Fragrance
Moderate to strong
Foliage
Deep green
Fragrance Notes
Sweet and spicy with hints of citrus
Color Description
Smoky lavender-mauve with dusky or fuchsia undertones that deepen with age
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Height
1.5 to 3 feet
Spread
18 - 36 inches
Soil
Well-draining soil; avoid soil that is too hard or excessively sandy.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–10
Disease Resistance
Very strong resistance to several major rose diseases.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Average water requirements; ensure consistent moisture especially during infancy.
Fertilizer
Apply organic fertilizer during planting and maintain a regular fertilization regimen.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage growth.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant to major rose diseases.
🧬 Pedigree
Not specified
🏆 Awards & Recognition
None reported