Name: Rosa 'Peggy Martin' (Peggy Martin Survivor Rose)

Average Landscape Size: 8–10 ft tall × 6–8 ft wide; vigorous climbing habit with support

Sun Requirements: Full sun; minimum 6 hours direct sunlight for best blooming

Water Needs: Low to moderate; extremely drought tolerant once established

Deer Resistance: Moderate

Cold Hardiness: USDA Zones 6–10; excellent heat and cold tolerance, thrives in Willis conditions

Fertilization & Pruning: Light fertilizer in spring; minimal pruning needed, remove spent blooms for continuous flowering

Detailed Description: This legendary Peggy Martin Rose is absolutely incredible – it's the rose that survived Hurricane Katrina underwater for eight months and came back stronger than ever! At this 5-gallon size with included trellis, you're getting immediate climbing support and a rose with proven legendary toughness. Those gorgeous pink blooms appear in flushes throughout the growing season, and the fragrance is simply divine. Most folks love these climbing 8–10 feet on their trellis, creating beautiful vertical interest and loads of blooms. Here in Willis, this rose laughs at our heat, drought, and storms – if it can survive Katrina, it can handle anything Texas throws at it! This is the rose for gardeners who want beauty without babying – pure resilience with stunning results!

Created: September 18, 2025