Petal Pals
hybrid tea · Year unknown
La Jolla
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 solitary, sometimes in clusters.
Petal count
25-30
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Slightly fruity or spicy fragrance.
Color Description
A blend of pink, coral, and salmon with yellow undertones.
🌱 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 required, especially during dry spells.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged canes and shaping as needed.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to typical rose ailments like black spot and mildew.
🧬 Pedigree
Charlotte Armstrong x Contrast
🏆 Awards & Recognition
All-America Rose Selection (AARS) 1955