Petal Pals
hybrid tea · Year unknown
Oregold
3-4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large (4-5 inches)
Bloom habit
Usually borne singly or in small clusters on long stems.
Petal count
25-35
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
yellow
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Pleasant, fruity, or sweet fragrance.
Color Description
Deep golden yellow.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-4 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate; requires regular monitoring for fungal issues.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water required; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced rose fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
Pruning
Prune in early spring by removing dead wood and crossing canes; cut back to outward-facing buds.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to black spot and mildew in humid conditions.
🧬 Pedigree
Fragrant Cloud x Dr. A.J. Verhage
🏆 Awards & Recognition
All-America Rose Selection (AARS) 1975.