Petal Pals
floribunda · Year unknown
Solitude
3 to 4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
floribunda
Bloom size
Large, 4 to 5 inches
Bloom habit
Usually in clusters
Petal count
25 to 30 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
orange
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Deep, glossy dark green
Foliage surface
Glossy
Fragrance Notes
Pleasant, moderate spicy or fruity scent
Color Description
Bright orange with a golden-yellow reverse
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 4 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
Well-draining, fertile, slightly acidic soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water required, keep moist but not waterlogged
Fertilizer
Use a balanced fertilizer specifically for roses at the start of the growing season
Pruning
Prune back by one-third in early spring; remove dead or diseased wood
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy but may be susceptible to black spot or mildew in humid climates
🧬 Pedigree
Unspecified/Unknown
🏆 Awards & Recognition
All-America Rose Selection (AARS) 1989