Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1965
Maria Callas
4 to 6 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
7–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large, 4 to 5 inches
Bloom habit
Usually solitary or small clusters on strong stems.
Petal count
30 to 40
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Intense, classic damask rose scent.
Color Description
Deep, vibrant carmine pink.
🌱 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 7–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, keeping soil consistently moist but well-drained.
Fertilizer
Requires regular feeding with a balanced rose fertilizer throughout the growing season.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged wood and shaping the plant.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to common rose diseases like blackspot and powdery mildew if not monitored.
🧬 Pedigree
Chrysler Imperial x Karl Herbst
🏆 Awards & Recognition
All-America Rose Selection (AARS) 1968