Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1997
Caprice de Meilland
Rosa
3 to 4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large, 4-5 inches
Bloom habit
Usually borne singly on long stems
Petal count
26 to 40 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Intense, classic damask-like fragrance.
Color Description
Vibrant, deep pink with lighter reverse petals.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 4 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining, slightly acidic soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, keeping the soil consistently moist but well-drained.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer at the start of the growing season and after each flush of bloom.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged wood and crossing canes to encourage airflow.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to black spot and mildew in humid conditions.
🧬 Pedigree
Meihelvet x Meisoyche
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Multiple international fragrance awards.