Petal Pals
climber · Year unknown
Thor
8 to 12 feet
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
climber
Bloom size
Large, 4 to 5 inches
Bloom habit
Usually solitary or in small clusters
Petal count
20 to 25 petals
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
climbing
Color
red
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Leathery and glossy
Fragrance Notes
Mildly fruity or spicy fragrance
Color Description
Vivid deep red with a velvety texture
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
8 to 12 feet
Spread
6 to 8 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining garden soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Good resistance to mildew
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water needed, keep soil moist but well drained
Fertilizer
Standard rose fertilizer applied in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead or diseased wood and shape the plant
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant to most diseases, but monitor for typical rose pests like aphids
🧬 Pedigree
Doubloons x Torch
🏆 Awards & Recognition
None notable