Petal Pals
hybrid tea · Year unknown
3-4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Medium
Bloom habit
Usually borne singly or in small clusters on long stems.
Petal count
20-25 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
yellow
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Mild fruity or sweet scent.
Color Description
Yellow blend with pinkish or red edges that intensify with age.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-4 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
Well-draining, fertile, slightly acidic soil is ideal.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Average to good for the class.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water is required for optimal performance and healthy foliage.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced fertilizer designed for roses during the growing season.
Pruning
Prune back in early spring before growth begins; remove dead or diseased canes.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to typical rose issues like black spot, powdery mildew, and aphids.
🧬 Pedigree
Unnamed Seedling x 'Mrs. Sam McGredy'
🏆 Awards & Recognition
All-America Rose Selection (AARS) 1954