Petal Pals
shrub · 1925
Fernande Krier
120-150 cm
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
Large, 8-10 cm
Bloom habit
Clusters, globular to cupped form.
Petal count
30-40
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
magenta
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green, semi-glossy
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Pleasant, fruity, and spicy scent.
Color Description
Vibrant, deep pink to magenta blooms with lighter reverse petals.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
120-150 cm
Spread
80-100 cm
Soil
Well-drained, fertile soil, ideally with a pH around 6.5.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, especially during dry spells.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush.
Pruning
Light pruning in early spring; remove dead or damaged wood.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy, typical rose pests like aphids or blackspot may occur in wet conditions.
🧬 Pedigree
Unspecified by hybridizer