Rosa Pastella ('Tan98130') | Floribunda Rose
Rose Pastella (syn. Rosa A Rose of Distinction) (floribunda)
Soft colour that shifts with the weather is one of the most appealing features of this compact Floribunda. The creamy-white flowers can develop blushes of pink, peach or even a hint of pale green around the petal edges, so Rosa ‘Pastella’, also sold as ‘A Rose of Distinction’, can look subtly different as the season progresses or as weather (predominantly temperature) and maturity of the bloom changes.
The cup-shaped blooms are around 5cm (2in) across and are carried in generous clusters of five to ten flowers per stem. They face upwards and last well on the plant, creating a full display from June through to October. A light, sweet floral fragrance adds a gentle scent without overpowering the flowers.
Broad, bushy and compact in habit, ‘Pastella’ develops into a dense, well-branched plant with bright green foliage and an impressive abundance of bloom. Its naturally healthy growth and particularly good resistance to fungal diseases make it a useful choice for gardeners looking for a lower-maintenance, repeat-flowering rose.
The flowers are also suitable for cutting, and their long-lasting quality makes them a good option for small arrangements indoors. With repeat flowering, strong disease resistance and softly changing cream and pink tones, ‘Pastella’ is an easy-going Floribunda for borders and mixed planting.
All our roses are grown in an open field and then dug up when the weather conditions are right in October or November. Some suppliers send out their roses as 'bare root' plants (i.e. without pots or compost), but we pot ours up as it helps to keep the roots hydrated and in good condition. As they are dormant throughout the winter, they will not produce any new roots until spring, so don't be surprised if the compost falls away from the roots when you take them out of their pots.
The roses can be kept in their pots throughout the winter provided they are kept well fed and watered, however ideally they should be planted out as soon as possible. They will already have been cut back so no further pruning will be required, apart from snipping off any tips that have died back. Routine pruning can begin in late winter the year after planting.
The cup-shaped blooms are around 5cm (2in) across and are carried in generous clusters of five to ten flowers per stem. They face upwards and last well on the plant, creating a full display from June through to October. A light, sweet floral fragrance adds a gentle scent without overpowering the flowers.
Broad, bushy and compact in habit, ‘Pastella’ develops into a dense, well-branched plant with bright green foliage and an impressive abundance of bloom. Its naturally healthy growth and particularly good resistance to fungal diseases make it a useful choice for gardeners looking for a lower-maintenance, repeat-flowering rose.
The flowers are also suitable for cutting, and their long-lasting quality makes them a good option for small arrangements indoors. With repeat flowering, strong disease resistance and softly changing cream and pink tones, ‘Pastella’ is an easy-going Floribunda for borders and mixed planting.
All our roses are grown in an open field and then dug up when the weather conditions are right in October or November. Some suppliers send out their roses as 'bare root' plants (i.e. without pots or compost), but we pot ours up as it helps to keep the roots hydrated and in good condition. As they are dormant throughout the winter, they will not produce any new roots until spring, so don't be surprised if the compost falls away from the roots when you take them out of their pots.
The roses can be kept in their pots throughout the winter provided they are kept well fed and watered, however ideally they should be planted out as soon as possible. They will already have been cut back so no further pruning will be required, apart from snipping off any tips that have died back. Routine pruning can begin in late winter the year after planting.
How to care for Rosa Pastella ('Tan98130') (F):
If planting in winter, choose a frost-free spell when the soil is not frozen. Roses are quite deep-rooted plants so dig a deep hole roughly twice as wide as the plant's roots and mix in a generous amount of composted organic matter. A top-dressing of a general purpose fertiliser can be worked into the surrounding soil and we also recommend using Rose Rootgrow at this stage to encourage better root development. This is particularly important when planting into a bed where roses have previously been grown as Rose Rootgrow is said to combat rose sickness (aka replant disease).
Remove the plants from their pots and gently spread out the roots before placing them in the centre of the hole. Try to ensure that the 'bud union' (the point where the cultivated rose has been grafted onto the rootstock, and from where the shoots emerge) is at soil level. You can judge this quite easily by laying something flat, like a spade handle or bamboo cane, across the top of the hole. When they are at the right height, back-fill the hole, firming the soil down gently before watering the plant well.
Water generously until well established, and apply a specialist rose fertiliser (following the manufacturer's instructions) each spring. They will also benefit from a generous mulch of composted farmyard manure in spring, but make sure this is kept away from the stems. Allow space between plants to encourage good air circulation, which helps prevent fungal problems such as black spot and mildew.
While wearing tough gloves, prune in late winter or early spring, removing any dead, damaged or weak-looking stems completely. Floribunda roses flower best on strong new growth, so shorten the remaining stems by about one-third to one-half, cutting just above an outward-facing bud. This encourages a tidy, open shape and plenty of flowering shoots. Deadhead faded blooms regularly through the summer to promote repeat flowering and keep the plant looking tidy.
Unlike hybrid tea roses, floribundas don’t need very hard pruning or regular removal of older stems — just focus on maintaining a balanced, healthy framework and removing any congested or crossing growth as needed.
Remove the plants from their pots and gently spread out the roots before placing them in the centre of the hole. Try to ensure that the 'bud union' (the point where the cultivated rose has been grafted onto the rootstock, and from where the shoots emerge) is at soil level. You can judge this quite easily by laying something flat, like a spade handle or bamboo cane, across the top of the hole. When they are at the right height, back-fill the hole, firming the soil down gently before watering the plant well.
Water generously until well established, and apply a specialist rose fertiliser (following the manufacturer's instructions) each spring. They will also benefit from a generous mulch of composted farmyard manure in spring, but make sure this is kept away from the stems. Allow space between plants to encourage good air circulation, which helps prevent fungal problems such as black spot and mildew.
While wearing tough gloves, prune in late winter or early spring, removing any dead, damaged or weak-looking stems completely. Floribunda roses flower best on strong new growth, so shorten the remaining stems by about one-third to one-half, cutting just above an outward-facing bud. This encourages a tidy, open shape and plenty of flowering shoots. Deadhead faded blooms regularly through the summer to promote repeat flowering and keep the plant looking tidy.
Unlike hybrid tea roses, floribundas don’t need very hard pruning or regular removal of older stems — just focus on maintaining a balanced, healthy framework and removing any congested or crossing growth as needed.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
1m
Eventual spread:
1m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This rose is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
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Humans/Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten
