Petal Pals
old garden · 1869
Ferdinand de Lesseps
3-4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
medium
Bloom habit
solitary or in small clusters
Petal count
full
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
medium green
Foliage surface
leathery
Fragrance Notes
pleasant, classic rose scent
Color Description
deep crimson or dark purplish-red
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-4 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
well-draining, fertile soil with slightly acidic to neutral pH
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
average
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
average water requirements, do not overwater
Fertilizer
balanced rose fertilizer during the growing season
Pruning
prune in early spring, removing old wood and crossing canes
Pests & Diseases
susceptible to black spot and mildew in humid climates
🧬 Pedigree
unknown