Petal Pals
hybrid tea · Year unknown
Happiness
3 to 4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large, 4-5 inches
Bloom habit
Usually borne singly on long stems
Petal count
Approximately 30-40 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Pleasant, classic rose scent.
Color Description
A deep, rich, velvety red.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 4 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.5.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, keeping soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer at the beginning of the growing season and after each flush of bloom.
Pruning
Prune in early spring to remove dead or weak wood and shape the bush.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy, but monitor for typical rose issues like black spot or aphids in humid climates.
🧬 Pedigree
(Charles P. Kilham x Charles P. Kilham) x (Capucine Chambard x Brazier)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
All-America Rose Selection (AARS) winner in 1950