Petal Pals
shrub · 1950
4-6 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
3–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
Medium, 3-4 inches
Bloom habit
In clusters and solitary
Petal count
40+
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
pink
Fragrance
mild
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Matte
Fragrance Notes
Sweet, fruity fragrance.
Color Description
Double blooms in shades of deep pink to crimson, often with lighter undersides. Blooms fade to a lighter pink as they age.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4-6 feet
Spread
3-5 feet
Soil
Prefers well-drained, fertile soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 3–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Water regularly, especially during dry periods.
Fertilizer
Fertilize in early spring and again in mid-summer.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches and to shape the plant. Can be pruned after flowering to encourage rebloom.
Pests & Diseases
Generally disease resistant, but can be susceptible to black spot and powdery mildew in humid conditions. Monitor for aphids.
🧬 Pedigree
Rosa 'Vue de l'Avenir' x Rosa 'Comtesse Vandal'