Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1927
Mme Grégoire Staechelin
15 to 20 feet
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large, 4-5 inches
Bloom habit
Usually solitary or in small clusters
Petal count
20-25
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
climbing
Color
pink
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green, matte
Foliage surface
Leathery
Fragrance Notes
Sweet, fruity, and typical old rose scent.
Color Description
Silvery pink with deep crimson reverses and veining.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
15 to 20 feet
Spread
8 to 10 feet
Soil
Rich, loamy, well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water is needed, allowing soil to dry slightly between applications.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first bloom flush.
Pruning
Prune after the primary flush of blooms is finished, as it blooms on old wood.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy but may be susceptible to black spot in humid climates.
🧬 Pedigree
Frau Karl Druschki x Souvenir de Claudius Pernet
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Gold Medal, Bagatelle, 1927