Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1972
Just Joey
2-3 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
7–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large (up to 5-6 inches)
Bloom habit
Usually solitary or small clusters.
Petal count
20-30
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
apricot
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Leathery and semi-glossy.
Fragrance Notes
Sweet, fruity fragrance.
Color Description
Coppery-orange to apricot with ruffled petals.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
2-3 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
Well-drained, fertile, slightly acidic soil enriched with organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 7–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water needed, keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Requires regular feeding with a balanced rose fertilizer throughout the growing season.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring by removing dead wood and weak stems. Light pruning helps maintain shape.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy but can be susceptible to black spot and mildew in humid climates.
🧬 Pedigree
Fragrant Cloud x Dr. A.J. Verhage
🏆 Awards & Recognition
James Mason Medal (1984), World's Favorite Rose (1994).