Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 2008
Francis Meilland
5-6 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large, 4-5 inches
Bloom habit
Usually solitary or small clusters.
Petal count
25-30
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Classic fruity and citrus scent.
Color Description
Soft shell pink with creamy white edges.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
5-6 feet
Spread
3-4 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.5.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
High
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Maintain consistent moisture, especially during the first growing season.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced rose fertilizer after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead wood and maintain shape.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant to black spot and mildew.
🧬 Pedigree
Unnamed seedling x Unnamed seedling
🏆 Awards & Recognition
AARS (All-America Rose Selections) 2013