Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1984
Louis de Funès
3 to 4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
7–10
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
large, 4-5 inches
Bloom habit
usually solitary, long stems
Petal count
20 to 25
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
orange
Fragrance
mild
Foliage
dark green
Foliage surface
semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
light, fruity scent
Color Description
vibrant nasturtium orange with red-orange edges
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 4 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
well-drained, fertile soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 7–10
Disease Resistance
moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
average watering
Fertilizer
regular feeding during growing season
Pruning
prune in spring to remove dead or diseased wood and trim old canes
Pests & Diseases
susceptible to black spot and mildew in humid conditions
🧬 Pedigree
(Ambassador x Tamango)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
All-America Rose Selection (1987), Geneva Gold Medal (1984)