Petal Pals
miniature · 1996
Absolute Hit
Rosa hybrid
20-40 cm
Height
Continuous
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
miniature
Bloom size
5-8 cm
Bloom habit
Double flowers produced in clusters.
Petal count
25-50
Flowering
continuous
Habit
compact
Color
red
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Glossy
Fragrance Notes
Little to no scent; occasionally a very faint wild rose fragrance.
Color Description
Vibrant orange-red blooms.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
20-40 cm
Spread
20-40 cm
Soil
Grows best in fertile, loamy, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
High
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering is required to keep the soil evenly moist, especially during dry periods and for container-grown specimens. Avoid waterlogging.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again in mid-summer to support continuous blooming.
Pruning
Prune in early spring to remove dead or diseased wood. Lightly prune after each flowering flush to maintain its compact shape and encourage repeat blooming.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant to common rose diseases such as powdery mildew and black spot; however, standard vigilance for aphids and spider mites is recommended.
🧬 Pedigree
Mutation (sport) of 'POULlak'
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Gold Medal IGA Expo (1993), 2nd Prize Aalsmeer International Flower Exhibition (1994), 2nd Prize Keukenhof (1995, 1996, 1998), 3rd Prize Keukenhof (1997).