Petal Pals
shrub · Year unknown
St. Cecelia
3 to 4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
Large, 3-4 inches
Bloom habit
Individual or small clusters, quartered rosette form.
Petal count
Approximately 40-50 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
apricot
Fragrance
very strong
Foliage
Medium to dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Strong, classic Old Rose fragrance with hints of lemon, almond, and honey.
Color Description
Soft, creamy apricot-pink with a lighter edge.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 4 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
Fertile, well-draining, slightly acidic soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water needed, keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced fertilizer designed for roses in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in early spring by removing dead wood and crossing canes; shorten main canes by one-third.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant but susceptible to black spot in humid conditions.
🧬 Pedigree
Wife of Bath x (Seedling x Iceberg)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
None specified