Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1973
Aozora
Rosa
3-4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
7–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large
Bloom habit
Usually borne singly on long, sturdy stems.
Petal count
26-40 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
purple
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green, semi-glossy.
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Pleasant, mild tea rose fragrance.
Color Description
A clear, vibrant blue-lilac or silvery lavender shade.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-4 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
Fertile, well-draining, slightly acidic soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 7–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water needed; keep moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first bloom cycle.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or diseased wood and cutting back to shape.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant, but monitor for typical rose issues like black spot or aphids.
🧬 Pedigree
(Chrysler Imperial x Sterling Silver) x Sterling Silver
🏆 Awards & Recognition
JRC Award