Petal Pals
climber · Year unknown
Papillon
6 to 10 feet
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
climber
Bloom size
Medium
Bloom habit
Large clusters
Petal count
Single to semi-double
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
climbing
Color
bicolor
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Medium green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Pleasant, tea-like fragrance.
Color Description
A complex blend of pale pink, yellow, and salmon, fading to a lighter shade as it ages.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
6 to 10 feet
Spread
4 to 6 feet
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil enriched with organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, keeping the root zone consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced rose fertilizer at the beginning of the growing season and after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Minimal pruning required; remove dead or damaged wood in late winter or early spring.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy, but watch for typical rose pests like aphids or powdery mildew in humid conditions.
🧬 Pedigree
R. multiflora hybrid x Tea rose