Petal Pals
hybrid tea · Year unknown
Touch of Class
4 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 borne singly on long stems
Petal count
25 to 30
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
coral
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Very light, subtle scent
Color Description
Blending of coral-pink and cream with a deeper pink edge
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4 to 5 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
Well-drained, fertile, slightly acidic soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 7–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering, keep soil moist but not waterlogged
Fertilizer
Apply balanced rose fertilizer monthly during the growing season
Pruning
Prune in early spring by removing dead or weak wood; prune back by one-third for best bloom production
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy, but susceptible to black spot and mildew in humid climates
🧬 Pedigree
seedling x seedling
🏆 Awards & Recognition
AARS winner 1986