Petal Pals
old garden · Year unknown
Ferdinand
4-6 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
medium
Bloom habit
Usually solitary or in small clusters.
Petal count
30-40
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Matte to slightly glossy
Fragrance Notes
Slightly fruity and spicy fragrance.
Color Description
Bright crimson or cherry red.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4-6 feet
Spread
3-4 feet
Soil
Fertile, well-draining soil with organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering, keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring and after the first bloom cycle.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or diseased wood and shaping the plant.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to black spot and mildew in humid climates.
🧬 Pedigree
General Jacqueminot x unknown