Pretty Polly® Lavender Rose

Rosa ‘Zlepolthree’ PP 31,642 CPBR 6,556 – Pretty Polly® Lavender

Pretty Polly® Lavender is the essence of soft, continuous color — a compact polyantha rose that fills the garden with clouds of pastel blooms from spring through frost. Bred by Dr. David Zlesack, this variety embodies the best of modern breeding: exceptional health, nonstop flowering, and effortless charm. Its clusters of double lavender-mauve blooms open in delicate shades of lilac and pink, creating a dreamy wash of color that feels timeless yet refreshingly easy to grow. Whether edging a walkway or lighting up a container, Pretty Polly® Lavender adds grace and serenity to every garden.

💐 Plant & Flower Traits

🌹 Rose Type: Polyantha
🧬 Cultivar: Rosa ‘Zlepolthree’ PP 31,642 CPBR 6,556
🧬 Breeder: Dr. David Zlesack (USA)
🏢 Introduced By: Star® Roses and Plants (USA)
🎨 Color: Soft lavender-mauve with subtle pink undertones
🌸 Petal Count: ~25–30 petals per bloom
💠 Bloom Form: Double, cupped clusters
📏 Bloom Size: ~2″ (5 cm)
🔁 Flowering: Continuous bloomer from spring through frost
🧴 Fragrance: Light and sweet

🏡 Growth & Garden Habits

🌿 Growth Type: Compact, rounded shrub with dense branching
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours daily)
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA 4–9
📐 Spacing: ~2–3 ft (60–90 cm)
↕️ Height: ~2–3 ft (60–90 cm)
↔️ Width: ~2–3 ft (60–90 cm)
🎯 Best Use: Borders, edging, mass plantings, or containers

🛡️ Health & Suitability

🌱 Root Type: Own root for strength and winter hardiness
💪 Disease Resistance: Excellent – highly resistant to black spot and powdery mildew
🌎 Regional Performance: Thrives in both cool and warm regions
✨ Unique Traits:

• Compact habit that stays neat and dense

• Continuous flushes of soft lavender blooms

• Self-cleaning flowers for low-maintenance gardening

✨ Why We Love It

Pretty Polly® Lavender is a gentle, garden-ready beauty that never stops blooming. Its romantic lavender-mauve clusters bring a touch of calm elegance to any space, all while thriving with little care. With soft color, perfect form, and dependable performance, Pretty Polly® Lavender proves that even the most refined roses can be wonderfully easy to love.