Petal Pals
shrub · Year unknown
Marion Hess
3-5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
Large, 4-5 inches
Bloom habit
Usually solitary or in small clusters
Petal count
20-25 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Slightly fruity with spicy undertones.
Color Description
Soft pink fading to a paler, creamy pink at the petal edges.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-5 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering to maintain evenly moist soil, avoiding overhead watering to prevent foliage diseases.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first major flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring by removing dead or diseased wood and crossing branches.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant to black spot and mildew but monitor for aphids.
🧬 Pedigree
Prairie Princess x (Distant Drums x Prairie Princess)