Petal Pals
miniature · 1984
Sweet Chariot
1.5 to 2.5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
miniature
Bloom size
Small, 1-1.5 inches
Bloom habit
Clusters
Petal count
Very full, 40+ petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
compact
Color
purple
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green, semi-glossy
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Very sweet, heavy fragrance.
Color Description
A blend of purple, magenta, and lavender-pink shades, often fading to a lighter, dusty mauve.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
1.5 to 2.5 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
Well-drained, fertile soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water needed, keep moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced rose fertilizer during the active growing season.
Pruning
Light prune in spring; deadhead regularly to encourage repeat blooming.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy, but susceptible to typical rose pests like aphids and blackspot in humid conditions.
🧬 Pedigree
Lollipop x Ellen Danica
🏆 Awards & Recognition
ARS Award of Excellence (1985), Miniature Hall of Fame (1999)