Petal Pals
grandiflora · Year unknown
Mount Shasta
4 to 5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
grandiflora
Bloom size
Large, 4-5 inches
Bloom habit
Usually borne singly or in small clusters
Petal count
25 to 30
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
white
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green, semi-glossy
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Mild to moderate sweet rose scent
Color Description
Pure white, sometimes with a slight ivory hint in the center
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4 to 5 feet
Spread
3 to 4 feet
Soil
Rich, loamy, well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.5
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering to maintain moist, well-draining soil
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer throughout the growing season
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged wood and crossing canes to encourage growth
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy but can be susceptible to black spot and mildew
🧬 Pedigree
Queen Elizabeth x Virgo
🏆 Awards & Recognition
AARS winner 1963