Petal Pals
shrub · Year unknown
John Franklin
3-4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
3–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
Medium
Bloom habit
Clusters
Petal count
15-25 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Very light, spicy scent.
Color Description
Vibrant medium red to deep red.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-4 feet
Spread
3-4 feet
Soil
Fertile, well-draining soil with organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 3–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular, moderate watering needed; avoid overhead watering to prevent blackspot.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced rose fertilizer twice during the growing season.
Pruning
Prune in early spring to remove dead or damaged wood and shape the bush.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant to blackspot and mildew; typical rose pest vigilance recommended.
🧬 Pedigree
L83 (unnamed seedling) x Adelaide Hoodless
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Canadian Society of Rose Breeders awards