Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1964
Mainzer Fastnacht
3 to 4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
7–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large, 4 inches
Bloom habit
Usually borne singly, high-centered form.
Petal count
26 to 40 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
lavender
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Very fragrant with a classic, sweet rose scent.
Color Description
Silvery-lilac or lavender with a slight blue tinge.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 4 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
Fertile, humus-rich, well-draining soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 7–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering to keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Requires regular feeding during the growing season with a balanced rose fertilizer.
Pruning
Prune in early spring by removing dead wood and weak growth; cut back remaining stems by one third.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to black spot and mildew in humid climates.
🧬 Pedigree
Sterling Silver x seedling
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Golden Rose of The Hague (1964)