Petal Pals
hybrid tea · Year unknown
3-4 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
40-50
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
very strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Leathery and matte
Fragrance Notes
Rich, intense damask-like fragrance
Color Description
Deep velvety crimson red with darker shading
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-4 feet
Spread
2-3 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 water needed, keep 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 crossing branches to encourage healthy growth
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to black spot and mildew in humid conditions
🧬 Pedigree
Charlotte Armstrong x Night
🏆 Awards & Recognition
AARS winner 1945