Petal Pals
shrub · Year unknown
Prairie Joy
4-6 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
3–8
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
Medium, approximately 2-3 inches
Bloom habit
Clusters, typically 3-5 blooms per stem.
Petal count
17-25
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
pink
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Medium green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Light, sweet fragrance.
Color Description
Clear medium pink that holds its color well.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4-6 feet
Spread
4-5 feet
Soil
Well-draining, fertile, slightly acidic soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 3–8
Disease Resistance
Excellent
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering, moderate drought tolerance once established.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and after each flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in early spring to remove dead or diseased wood and shape the bush.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant to black spot and powdery mildew.
🧬 Pedigree
Rosa 'Explorer' x Rosa 'Prairie Princess'
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Noted for extreme winter hardiness.