Petal Pals
other · 1883
Papa Gontier
3 to 6 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
other
Bloom size
Medium-large
Bloom habit
Usually solitary or small clusters on long stems
Petal count
17 to 25 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Sweet, tea rose fragrance
Color Description
Carmine-pink with lighter reverse
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 6 feet
Spread
2 to 4 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with organic matter
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water required, drought tolerant once established
Fertilizer
Standard rose fertilizer in spring and mid-summer
Pruning
Prune in spring, remove dead wood and crossed branches
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to black spot and mildew in humid climates
🧬 Pedigree
Inermis x Mme. Bravy