Petal Pals
old garden · 1856
3-5 feet
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
4–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
Medium to large
Bloom habit
Usually solitary or in small clusters
Petal count
Very full, densely petalled
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
pink
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Medium to dark green
Foliage surface
Matte to semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Rich, typical Damask scent.
Color Description
Soft, clear, warm pink.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-5 feet
Spread
3-4 feet
Soil
Fertile, loamy, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 4–9
Disease Resistance
Good for its class
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, especially in dry periods, ensuring soil remains moist but well-drained.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Lightly prune in early spring to maintain shape and remove dead or diseased wood.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy but may be susceptible to black spot or powdery mildew in humid climates.
🧬 Pedigree
Unknown