Petal Pals
shrub · 1995
Pat Austin
Rosa
100-150 cm
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
Large
Bloom habit
Cup-shaped blooms that nod on the stem.
Petal count
Double
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
arching
Color
orange
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Mid-green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Strong tea fragrance with hints of woody notes.
Color Description
Bright copper-orange interior with a paler yellow-gold reverse.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
100-150 cm
Spread
100 cm
Soil
Fertile, moist, well-draining soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, keeping soil evenly moist.
Fertilizer
Regular fertilizing during the growing season with a balanced rose fertilizer.
Pruning
Needs light pruning in early spring to shape and remove dead wood.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy but can be susceptible to black spot in humid climates.
🧬 Pedigree
Graham Thomas x Abraham Darby
🏆 Awards & Recognition
RHS Award of Garden Merit