Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1971
Sonia Meilland
100-120 cm
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
7–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large
Bloom habit
Usually borne singly on long stems.
Petal count
30-35 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
coral
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Very light, subtle fragrance.
Color Description
Coral pink, salmon-pink, or coral-orange blend.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
100-120 cm
Spread
60-90 cm
Soil
Well-drained, fertile, slightly acidic soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 7–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced rose fertilizer during the active growing season.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged wood and shaping the bush.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy, but susceptible to black spot in humid conditions.
🧬 Pedigree
Baccará x Véntilo
🏆 Awards & Recognition
All-America Rose Selection (AARS) 1974