Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1951
Andrés Batlle
Rosa 'Andrés Batlle'
90 cm to 120 cm
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large (approx. 10-12 cm)
Bloom habit
Usually borne singly on long, sturdy stems suitable for cutting.
Petal count
30 to 45 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
purple
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy, leathery
Fragrance Notes
Mild tea fragrance with occasional fruity undertones.
Color Description
Deep fuchsia pink to reddish-purple; vibrant and rich tones that hold well in sunlight.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
90 cm to 120 cm
Spread
60 cm to 90 cm
Soil
Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate; benefit from preventative treatment for common fungal diseases.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering, keeping soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, particularly during dry spells.
Fertilizer
Apply balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Hard pruning in late winter or early spring to encourage vigorous new growth and large blooms; remove dead or crossing canes.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to typical rose issues such as black spot, powdery mildew, and aphids; requires good air circulation.
🧬 Pedigree
Information not widely documented, likely a complex Hybrid Tea cross involving Camprubí's earlier seedlings.