Petal Pals
shrub · Year unknown
Flutterbye
4 to 6 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
Small
Bloom habit
Clusters
Petal count
Single
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
bicolor
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Medium green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Mild, apple-like scent
Color Description
Color starts as yellow, fading to pink and then to a soft white/blush.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4 to 6 feet
Spread
4 to 6 feet
Soil
Fertile, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good resistance to blackspot and mildew
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced fertilizer designed for roses during the growing season.
Pruning
Lightly prune in early spring to shape and remove deadwood.
Pests & Diseases
Generally disease resistant but can be susceptible to typical rose pests if stressed.
🧬 Pedigree
(Gold Badge x (Yellow Cushion x (New Day x (Golden Glow x (Peace x Seedling)))))
🏆 Awards & Recognition
ARS Award of Excellence 1998