Petal Pals
old garden · 1856
Madame Edouard Ory
4 to 5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
Medium to large
Bloom habit
Often borne in small clusters.
Petal count
Double, full petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
magenta
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Medium green
Foliage surface
Slightly rugose or matte
Fragrance Notes
Rich, sweet, and typically Damask-like rose fragrance.
Color Description
Vibrant rose-pink to magenta.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4 to 5 feet
Spread
3 to 4 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining garden soil with consistent moisture.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water required; keep soil moist but well-drained.
Fertilizer
Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring and again after the first bloom cycle.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged wood and shaping the bush.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy but can be susceptible to black spot in humid climates.
🧬 Pedigree
Rose du Roi (seed parent) x unknown