Petal Pals
shrub · Year unknown
Hester Prynne
3-4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
medium
Bloom habit
Clusters
Petal count
semi-double
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
red
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
dark green
Foliage surface
semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Pleasant, classic tea rose scent
Color Description
A deep, dusky crimson that can age to a subtle magenta hue
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-4 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining garden soil with consistent organic matter
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, keeping soil consistently moist but well-drained
Fertilizer
Apply balanced rose fertilizer during the active growing season
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or crossing branches; light pruning after bloom cycles
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant, but monitor for typical rose ailments like black spot or aphids
🧬 Pedigree
unspecified
🏆 Awards & Recognition
not available