Petal Pals
hybrid tea · Year unknown
Marilyn Monroe
4-5 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
25-30
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
apricot
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Medium to dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Sweet, spicy, and fruity scent
Color Description
Creamy apricot with a soft peach center
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4-5 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
Well-draining, fertile, slightly acidic soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good resistance to common rose diseases
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering to maintain moist, well-draining soil
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced fertilizer during the growing season
Pruning
Prune back in early spring to encourage new growth
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant, but monitor for black spot and mildew
🧬 Pedigree
Unknown
🏆 Awards & Recognition
ARS Award of Excellence (2002)