Petal Pals
shrub · Year unknown
6 to 10 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
Medium
Bloom habit
Large, loose clusters.
Petal count
5 to 8
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
climbing
Color
purple
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Sweet, spicy fragrance.
Color Description
Deep purple with white centers and prominent yellow stamens.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
6 to 10 feet
Spread
6 to 8 feet
Soil
Fertile, well-draining soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Good resistance to black spot and mildew.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water needed, keep soil moist but well-drained.
Fertilizer
Apply balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and after each flush of bloom.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged wood.
Pests & Diseases
Generally good disease resistance, watch for aphids and powdery mildew.
🧬 Pedigree
(International Herald Tribune x Seedling) x (Impatience x Seedling)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
ARS Award of Excellence 2008