Petal Pals
other · 1957
Parkdirektor Riggers
8 to 12 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
4–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
other
Bloom size
Medium
Bloom habit
Borne in clusters on long stems.
Petal count
15 to 20 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
climbing
Color
red
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Glossy and leathery.
Fragrance Notes
Very light, subtle fragrance.
Color Description
Vivid deep red blooms that do not fade significantly.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
8 to 12 feet
Spread
6 to 8 feet
Soil
Requires fertile, well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 4–9
Disease Resistance
Excellent disease resistance, especially for its class.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular waterings are necessary to maintain healthy growth and flower production.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first major flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in early spring by removing dead or diseased wood and shortening long canes to maintain shape.
Pests & Diseases
Generally robust but can be prone to black spot in high humidity.
🧬 Pedigree
R. kordesii x Floradora
🏆 Awards & Recognition
ADR 1958