Petal Pals
floribunda · 1980
French Lace
3-4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
floribunda
Bloom size
Medium-large, approximately 3-4 inches
Bloom habit
Clusters, typically 3-5 blooms per stem
Petal count
25-30 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
cream
Fragrance
mild
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Slight, sweet scent
Color Description
Creamy white with ivory tones, sometimes showing a hint of apricot at the center
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-4 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
Fertile, loamy, well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good disease resistance
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water required; keep soil moist but well-drained
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and repeat after each flush of bloom
Pruning
Prune in early spring by removing dead wood and crossing canes; cut back by about one-third
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant but can be susceptible to black spot or powdery mildew in humid conditions
🧬 Pedigree
Dr. A.J. Verhage x Bridal Pink
🏆 Awards & Recognition
AARS (All-America Rose Selections) Winner 1982