Petal Pals
old garden · 1901
Frau Karl Druschki
48 to 72 inches
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
large, 4 to 5 inches
Bloom habit
usually solitary
Petal count
high, 30 to 40 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
white
Fragrance
none
Foliage
dark green
Foliage surface
leathery, matte
Fragrance Notes
no discernible fragrance
Color Description
pure white, sometimes with a faint pink tinge in cool weather
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
48 to 72 inches
Spread
36 to 48 inches
Soil
well-drained, fertile soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
average
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
average water needs
Fertilizer
regular feeding during growing season
Pruning
prune in early spring, remove dead wood, can be trained as a climber
Pests & Diseases
susceptible to blackspot and powdery mildew
🧬 Pedigree
Merveille de Lyon x Madame Caroline Testout
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Award of Garden Merit (RHS)