Petal Pals
old garden · 1853
Jules Margottin
3-5 feet
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
Double
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Medium to dark green.
Foliage surface
Matte to slightly glossy.
Fragrance Notes
Rich, sweet, and classic damask scent.
Color Description
Clear, carmine-pink blooms that lighten slightly as they age.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-5 feet
Spread
3-4 feet
Soil
Prefers well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged wood and shaping the plant to encourage new growth.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy, but susceptible to standard rose pests like aphids and diseases like blackspot if conditions are humid.
🧬 Pedigree
Unknown.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Award of Garden Merit (RHS).