Petal Pals
shrub · 1992
Alsace
Rosa hybrida
80-115 cm
Height
Continuous
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–11
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
6-7 cm
Bloom habit
Clusters of single, cup-shaped flowers.
Petal count
5-12
Flowering
continuous
Habit
bushy
Color
red
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Very weak floral scent, sometimes described as having a delicate lily-of-the-valley aroma.
Color Description
Rich ruby-red to cardinal red flowers that mellow to a warm raspberry red as they age; petals surround golden-yellow stamens.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
80-115 cm
Spread
80-115 cm
Soil
Prefers deep, rich, organic-rich loamy soil with exceptional drainage and a neutral to slightly acidic pH (6.0-6.8); adaptable to silty-clay soils.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–11
Disease Resistance
High (selected for landscape resilience)
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Requires consistent moisture, approximately 1-2 inches weekly, preferably watered at the base to prevent foliage diseases.
Fertilizer
Regular applications of a balanced rose fertilizer are recommended during the growing season.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead wood and encourage fresh flowering shoots; on own-root plants, it responds well to being cut back for rejuvenation.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant to diseases; however, in certain climates (like the UK), it may show susceptibility to black spot, powdery mildew, and rust.
🧬 Pedigree
Not recorded
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Silver Medal at Baden-Baden Rose Trials, Germany (1998).