Petal Pals
other · Year unknown
F.J. Grootendorst
4-6 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
4–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
other
Bloom size
Small, 1-2 inches
Bloom habit
Clusters
Petal count
20-25
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
red
Fragrance
mild
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Rugose, deeply veined
Fragrance Notes
Slight, spicy scent
Color Description
Bright crimson-red with fringed, carnation-like petals.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4-6 feet
Spread
3-4 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with neutral to slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 4–9
Disease Resistance
Excellent
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water, keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Balanced rose fertilizer applied in early spring and after each flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune lightly to maintain shape; blooms on old wood so prune after flowering.
Pests & Diseases
Generally disease-resistant, prone to occasional aphids.
🧬 Pedigree
Rosa rugosa rubra x Madame Norbert Levavasseur