Petal Pals
old garden · 1865
John Hopper
100-150 cm
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
large
Bloom habit
usually solitary or in small clusters
Petal count
very full
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
dark green
Foliage surface
leathery
Fragrance Notes
damask-like, very fragrant
Color Description
bright rose-pink center with lighter pink edges
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
100-150 cm
Spread
90-120 cm
Soil
well-draining, rich in organic matter
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
average
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
moderate, keep soil moist but not waterlogged
Fertilizer
balanced rose fertilizer during growing season
Pruning
moderate pruning in early spring
Pests & Diseases
susceptible to blackspot and rust
🧬 Pedigree
Jules Margottin x Madame Vidot
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Gold Medal