Petal Pals
shrub · Year unknown
The Ingenious Mr. Fairchild
120 cm
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
Large
Bloom habit
Clusters
Petal count
Very full (40+ petals)
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
pink
Fragrance
very strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Strong Old Rose fragrance with notes of raspberry.
Color Description
Rich pink to soft rose-pink with a slight hint of purple.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
120 cm
Spread
90 cm
Soil
Fertile, well-draining soil with organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune back by one-third in early spring; remove dead or diseased wood.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy but can be susceptible to black spot if conditions are poor.
🧬 Pedigree
Unspecified
🏆 Awards & Recognition
None