Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1980
Frederyk Chopin
1.2 to 1.5 meters
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large, 10-12 cm
Bloom habit
Solitary or in small clusters
Petal count
35-40
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
cream
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Medium to dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Slightly spicy, tea-like scent.
Color Description
Creamy white to pale yellow with a darker yellow center.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
1.2 to 1.5 meters
Spread
1 meter
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water needed, keep soil moist but well-drained.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced rose fertilizer during the active growing season.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged wood and shaping the bush.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant to black spot and mildew but monitor for aphids.
🧬 Pedigree
Arthur Bell x Peer Gynt
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Well-regarded in Polish breeding circles.