Petal Pals
hybrid tea · Year unknown
3 to 4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
large, typically 4 to 5 inches
Bloom habit
usually solitary on long stems
Petal count
30 to 35
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
orange
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
dark glossy green
Foliage surface
leathery
Fragrance Notes
delicate sweet scent
Color Description
vibrant coral-orange or vermilion-orange
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 4 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
fertile, humus-rich, well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
average
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
average water needs; keep soil moist but well-drained
Fertilizer
regular feeding with a balanced rose fertilizer throughout the growing season
Pruning
prune in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth and maintain shape
Pests & Diseases
susceptible to typical rose issues such as black spot and mildew in humid conditions
🧬 Pedigree
unnamed seedling x unnamed seedling
🏆 Awards & Recognition
AARS 1959