Petal Pals
old garden · Year unknown
Général Washington
3-4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
Large
Bloom habit
Usually solitary or in small clusters.
Petal count
Double, very full
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Medium to dark green
Foliage surface
Matte to semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Rich, old rose scent.
Color Description
Deep crimson-red, sometimes with purple shadings.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-4 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, keeping soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first bloom cycle.
Pruning
Prune in early spring to remove dead or damaged wood and shape the plant.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to typical rose issues like black spot and powdery mildew in humid climates.
🧬 Pedigree
Triomphe de l'Exposition x Unknown