Peggy Martin Rose
Rosa 'Peggy Martin'Rose Peggy Martin is a celebrated climbing rose admired for its resilience, beauty, and easy-care nature. Often called the “Hurricane Katrina Rose,” it gained fame after surviving weeks of flooding during Hurricane Katrina and rebounding with remarkable vigor. This rose produces masses of soft pink, double blooms in spring, followed by repeat flowering in favorable conditions. Its nearly thornless canes make it especially appealing for family-friendly landscapes.
Highly adaptable, Rose Peggy Martin thrives in a wide range of soil types and tolerates heat, humidity, and occasional neglect. Its fast growth habit makes it an excellent choice for covering fences, trellises, pergolas, and walls, quickly creating a lush, romantic display. With excellent disease resistance and minimal maintenance requirements, this rose is ideal for gardeners seeking dependable beauty with little effort.
Care Instructions
Planting:
Plant in full sun to partial shade with good air circulation. Provide sturdy support for climbing growth.
Watering:
Water deeply during establishment. Once mature, it is drought tolerant but benefits from occasional deep watering.
Pruning:
Prune after the main spring bloom to shape and control size. Remove dead or damaged canes as needed.
Pest Control:
Naturally resistant to most rose pests and diseases. Monitor occasionally for aphids and treat if necessary.
Soil Tips:
Adaptable to many soils but prefers well-draining soil enriched with organic matter for best flowering.
