Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1956
Rosa L.
3 to 4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
3 inches
Bloom habit
Usually borne singly or in small clusters.
Petal count
25 to 30
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Slightly spicy with floral undertones.
Color Description
A blend of salmon-pink and coral with a lighter reverse.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 4 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering to keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after each flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in early spring to remove dead wood and shape the shrub.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy but may be susceptible to black spot in humid climates.
🧬 Pedigree
Unnamed seedling x Unnamed seedling
🏆 Awards & Recognition
All-America Rose Selection (AARS) 1970