Petal Pals
shrub · Year unknown
Perdita
3-4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
medium
Bloom habit
Usually solitary or small clusters.
Petal count
full
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
apricot
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Medium green
Foliage surface
Semi-matte
Fragrance Notes
Strong myrrh scent typical of English roses.
Color Description
Soft apricot-pink with paler edges.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-4 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, keeping soil moist but well-drained.
Fertilizer
Standard rose fertilizer applied in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Light prune in spring; remove dead or diseased wood and thin out older stems to improve airflow.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy, though can be susceptible to black spot in damp climates.
🧬 Pedigree
Wife of Bath x Aloha
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Not applicable