Petal Pals
old garden · 1940
Fantin Latour
4 to 6 feet
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
medium
Bloom habit
borne in clusters
Petal count
very double
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
blush
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
medium green
Foliage surface
matte
Fragrance Notes
rich, sweet, classic old rose scent
Color Description
soft blush pink with a paler outer edge
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4 to 6 feet
Spread
4 to 5 feet
Soil
fertile, well-draining soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
average water needs
Fertilizer
balanced rose fertilizer during growing season
Pruning
prune lightly after flowering; remove dead wood
Pests & Diseases
generally healthy but susceptible to blackspot in humid conditions
🧬 Pedigree
unknown
🏆 Awards & Recognition
RHS Award of Garden Merit