Petal Pals
shrub · Year unknown
English Rose
Rosa
3-4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
Medium to large
Bloom habit
Clusters
Petal count
Very double
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
pink
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Rich, old rose scent with hints of fruit.
Color Description
Soft pink with lighter outer petals.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-4 feet
Spread
3 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with good organic matter content.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering needed, keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Apply balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first bloom cycle.
Pruning
Minimal pruning required; remove dead or weak wood in early spring.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy, though standard rose pests and black spot may occur if conditions are poor.
🧬 Pedigree
Not publicly specified for all varieties under the 'David Austin' brand name.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Various regional rose society awards.