Petal Pals
shrub · Year unknown
Frontenac
4-5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
3–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
Medium
Bloom habit
Clusters
Petal count
17-25
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Mild, subtle floral scent.
Color Description
A vibrant, deep clear pink to magenta-pink.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4-5 feet
Spread
3-4 feet
Soil
Well-drained, fertile soil with slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 3–9
Disease Resistance
Highly disease resistant.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, keeping the soil consistently moist but well-drained.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged wood and shaping to maintain vigor.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant to blackspot and powdery mildew, though typical rose pests may occur.
🧬 Pedigree
Rosa kordesii × (Rosa kordesii × [Rosa kordesii × (Red Dawn × Suzanne)])
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Hardy and reliable performer in cold climates.