Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1981
Pink Panther
3-4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large, approximately 4 inches
Bloom habit
Usually borne singly on long stems.
Petal count
20-25
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
mild
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Light, subtle tea rose scent.
Color Description
Bright, clear pink.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-4 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
Rich, fertile, well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular, deep watering at the base of the plant to keep soil moist but well-drained.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead wood and shape the bush.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy, though susceptible to typical rose pests like aphids and diseases like black spot if not managed.
🧬 Pedigree
(MEIganie x MEIneble) x MEIganie
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Multiple international awards including Gold Medal trials.