Petal Pals
shrub · 1988
Leonard Dudley Braithwaite
4' to 5'
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
large
Bloom habit
usually solitary or in small clusters
Petal count
40 to 80 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
red
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
dark green
Foliage surface
leathery
Fragrance Notes
old rose fragrance
Color Description
deep velvety red
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4' to 5'
Spread
3' to 4'
Soil
well-drained soil rich in organic matter
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
average water needs
Fertilizer
regular feeding during growing season
Pruning
prune in early spring to shape and remove old wood
Pests & Diseases
susceptible to blackspot and rust
🧬 Pedigree
Mary Rose x The Squire
🏆 Awards & Recognition
none