Petal Pals
other · Year unknown
Philémon Cochet
4 to 6 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
other
Bloom size
medium
Bloom habit
Usually in clusters
Petal count
Double
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
white
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Medium to dark green
Foliage surface
Rugose, typical of the Rugosa class
Fragrance Notes
Rich, sweet, and typically Damask
Color Description
White to creamy white with a blush pink center
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4 to 6 feet
Spread
3 to 4 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining garden soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Good for the Rugosa class
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering to keep soil moist but well-drained
Fertilizer
Standard rose fertilizer during the growing season
Pruning
Light pruning in spring to remove dead or diseased wood
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy, though can be susceptible to black spot in damp conditions
🧬 Pedigree
Rosa rugosa alba x Souvenir de la Malmaison