Petal Pals
hybrid tea · Year unknown
President Herbert Hoover
3 to 4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large, 4-5 inches
Bloom habit
Usually borne singly on long, strong stems.
Petal count
25-30 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
bicolor
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Leathery and semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Sweet, tea-like scent.
Color Description
A blend of orange, pink, and yellow hues.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 4 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.5.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Maintain consistent moisture, especially during the first growing season.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced rose fertilizer periodically during the growing season.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged canes and shaping to encourage growth.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to black spot and mildew in humid conditions.
🧬 Pedigree
Sensation x Souvenir de Claudius Pernet
🏆 Awards & Recognition
All-America Rose Selection (AARS) 1930