Petal Pals
hybrid tea · Year unknown
Mathias Meilland
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 solitary or small clusters on long stems.
Petal count
26-40 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark, semi-glossy green.
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy.
Fragrance Notes
Pleasant, classic rose scent with spicy undertones.
Color Description
Vibrant, deep pink to magenta-red blend.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-4 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining garden soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.5.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good resistance to common rose diseases.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular, moderate watering needed to keep soil consistently moist but well-drained.
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first bloom flush.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged wood and shaping the bush for air circulation.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant to black spot and mildew, but monitor for aphids.
🧬 Pedigree
Not publicly disclosed.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Multiple European rose trial awards.