Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1959
Montesquieu
100-120 cm
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large, 8-10 cm
Bloom habit
Usually borne singly or in small clusters on long stems.
Petal count
26-40 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark, semi-glossy green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Pleasant, classic rose scent with slight fruity undertones.
Color Description
Bright, deep crimson red with velvety texture.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
100-120 cm
Spread
80-100 cm
Soil
Rich, fertile, well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good resistance to common rose diseases.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, keeping the soil consistently moist but well-drained.
Fertilizer
Requires a balanced rose fertilizer applied in early spring and again after the first bloom cycle.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged wood and shaping the shrub.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant to black spot and mildew, but should be monitored.
🧬 Pedigree
Unknown
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Multiple European floral and exhibition awards.