Petal Pals
old garden · 1878
Madame Pierre Oger
4 to 6 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
3 inches
Bloom habit
Cupped, globular, and sometimes shell-like petals.
Petal count
40+
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
blush
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Medium green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Sweet, old rose fragrance.
Color Description
Silvery-pink with a blush of darker pink on the reverse of the petals.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4 to 6 feet
Spread
3 to 4 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with good organic content.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering, keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced rose fertilizer during the growing season.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or weak wood and shaping the shrub.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to black spot if air circulation is poor.
🧬 Pedigree
Sport of 'Reine Victoria'
🏆 Awards & Recognition
RHS Award of Garden Merit