Petal Pals
polyantha · Year unknown
Mrs. R.M. Finch
3 to 4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
polyantha
Bloom size
Small
Bloom habit
Large clusters
Petal count
Semi-double
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
pink
Fragrance
mild
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Slight, sweet scent
Color Description
Soft rose-pink, fading slightly to lighter pink
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 4 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
Rich, loamy, well-draining soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering to maintain moist, well-draining soil
Fertilizer
Standard balanced fertilizer during the growing season
Pruning
Lightly prune in early spring to shape and remove deadwood
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy, can be susceptible to blackspot in humid climates
🧬 Pedigree
Sport of 'W.E. Chaplin'
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Award of Garden Merit (Royal Horticultural Society)