Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1960
3 to 5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
7–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
large, 4 to 5 inches
Bloom habit
usually one to three blooms per stem
Petal count
20 to 30 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
bicolor
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
dark green
Foliage surface
leathery
Fragrance Notes
very faint fragrance
Color Description
bright scarlet red with a golden yellow reverse
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 5 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
well-draining, fertile soil enriched with organic matter
Hardiness Zone
Zone 7–9
Disease Resistance
moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
average water needs; keep soil moist but not waterlogged
Fertilizer
regular feeding with a balanced rose fertilizer during the growing season
Pruning
moderate pruning in late winter or early spring
Pests & Diseases
susceptible to black spot and mildew
🧬 Pedigree
McGredy's Yellow x Karl Herbst
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Gold Medal Belfast 1960