Petal Pals
hybrid tea · Year unknown
New Yorker
3 to 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 on long stems
Petal count
30-35 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
dark green
Foliage surface
leathery, semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
classic rose fragrance
Color Description
vibrant, brilliant red
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 4 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
well-draining, rich loam with a slightly acidic pH
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
average
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
keep soil moist but not waterlogged, consistent watering is essential
Fertilizer
balanced rose fertilizer applied throughout the growing season
Pruning
prune in early spring to remove dead wood and shape the plant
Pests & Diseases
susceptible to black spot and mildew in humid conditions
🧬 Pedigree
unnamed seedling x unnamed seedling
🏆 Awards & Recognition
AARS winner 1947