Petal Pals
miniature · Year unknown
Mary Manners
2 to 3 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
miniature
Bloom size
Small to medium, semi-double flowers.
Bloom habit
Usually borne in clusters.
Petal count
15 to 20 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
compact
Color
white
Fragrance
mild
Foliage
Medium to dark green.
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy.
Fragrance Notes
Light, pleasant floral scent.
Color Description
Pure white petals.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
2 to 3 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
Requires fertile, well-draining soil rich in organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good resistance to common rose diseases when planted in a sunny, airy spot.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water is required, ensuring soil remains evenly moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing any dead or damaged wood and shaping the shrub.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to typical rose pests like aphids and diseases such as black spot if not properly cared for.
🧬 Pedigree
Magic Wand x (Zee x Seedling)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
ARS Award of Excellence