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Edith's Darling(own root)
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shrub · 2017

Edith's Darling

Rosa 'WEKaltjuchi'

Christian Bédard✦ very strong fragrance

22-36 inches

Height

Repeat

Blooming

Full sun

Light

4–10

Zone

Plant & Flower Traits

Rose type

shrub

Bloom size

2.5-3 inches

Bloom habit

Very full, double, cupped, in small clusters

Petal count

50-65

Flowering

repeat blooming

Habit

bushy

Color

apricot

Fragrance

very strong

Foliage

medium green

Foliage surface

glossy

Fragrance Notes

Fresh cut apple and fruity perfume

Color Description

Apricot

🌱 Growth & Garden Habits

Light

Full sun

Height

22-36 inches

Spread

24-36 inches

Soil

Well-drained, humus-enriched soil; tolerates acidic, loamy, sandy, and clay soils.

Hardiness Zone

Zone 4–10

Disease Resistance

Strong disease resistance

🌿 Care Guide

Watering

Roses prefer thorough watering but do not like wet feet; water at the base early in the day to avoid fungal issues.

Fertilizer

Fertilize yearly after each bloom cycle once new growth reaches 4-5 inches; stop feeding before winter.

Pruning

Prune dramatically in early spring after the danger of frost has passed and before new growth begins; remove spent blooms to encourage repeat flowering.

Pests & Diseases

Generally good disease resistance; avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal issues.

🧬 Pedigree

All a'Twitter x Julia Child

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