Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1955
Montezuma
4-5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large
Bloom habit
Usually borne singly or in small clusters
Petal count
30-35
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
orange
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Leathery
Fragrance Notes
Mild tea rose scent
Color Description
Deep orange-red with a coral-scarlet overlay
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4-5 feet
Spread
3-4 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining garden soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water needed, keep moist but well-drained
Fertilizer
Balanced fertilizer during growing season
Pruning
Prune back in early spring
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy, can be prone to black spot in humid climates
🧬 Pedigree
Fandango x Floradora
🏆 Awards & Recognition
AARS winner 1956