Petal Pals
hybrid tea · Year unknown
Paradise
3-5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
7–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large, 4-5 inches
Bloom habit
Usually borne singly on long stems.
Petal count
25-30
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
lavender
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Pleasant, mild tea rose fragrance.
Color Description
Lavender with a deep ruby-red edge or margin.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-5 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.5.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 7–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water needed, keep moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to black spot and mildew if not managed.
🧬 Pedigree
Swarthmore x Wisdom
🏆 Awards & Recognition
AARS winner 1979