Petal Pals
climber · Year unknown
Guinee
10-15 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
climber
Bloom size
Large, 4-5 inches
Bloom habit
Usually solitary or in small clusters.
Petal count
26-40
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
climbing
Color
red
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Deep, rich, damask scent.
Color Description
Velvety, dark crimson-maroon with blackish highlights.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
10-15 feet
Spread
6-8 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Maintain consistent moisture, especially during dry spells.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and remove dead wood; blooms on old wood.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to black spot if air circulation is poor.
🧬 Pedigree
Souvenir de Claudius Denoyel x Ami Quinard
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit