Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1967
Blessings
Rosa 'Blessings'
3 to 4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large, 4 to 5 inches
Bloom habit
Usually solitary, high-centered
Petal count
26 to 40 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Pleasant, fruity, or tea-like scent.
Color Description
Salmon pink
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 4 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with a neutral pH is ideal.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Good resistance to common rose diseases
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water is needed, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced rose fertilizer after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged wood and crossing canes to encourage new growth.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant, but may be prone to black spot in humid climates.
🧬 Pedigree
Fragrant Cloud x Piccadilly
🏆 Awards & Recognition
All-America Rose Selection (AARS) 1981