Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1963
Fragrant Cloud
3 to 4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large, 4 to 5 inches
Bloom habit
Usually solitary or small clusters.
Petal count
25 to 30
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
coral
Fragrance
very strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Intense, spicy, sweet, fruity scent.
Color Description
Luminous coral-red that deepens to a soft scarlet.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 4 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
Fertile, moist, well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water required, drought tolerant once established.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced fertilizer designed for roses during the growing season.
Pruning
Prune back by one-third in early spring; remove dead or diseased wood.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to black spot and mildew if not managed well.
🧬 Pedigree
Prima Ballerina x Montezuma
🏆 Awards & Recognition
All-America Rose Selection (1968), James Mason Medal (1970).