Petal Pals
old garden · Year unknown
Lamarque
10 to 20 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
7–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
Medium to large
Bloom habit
Clusters
Petal count
Double, approximately 40 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
vigorous
Color
white
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Medium to dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Rich, sweet, and characteristic tea rose scent.
Color Description
White with a soft lemon or pale yellow center.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
10 to 20 feet
Spread
6 to 10 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 7–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but well-drained.
Fertilizer
Standard rose fertilizer applied during the growing season.
Pruning
Prune lightly to maintain shape; blooms on old wood so prune after flowering.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to black spot and mildew in humid conditions.
🧬 Pedigree
Rosa multiflora x Rosa odorata
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Historically significant variety.