Petal Pals
climber · Year unknown
Primevère
up to 12 feet
Height
Once
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
climber
Bloom size
medium
Bloom habit
Usually blooms in clusters.
Petal count
double
Flowering
once blooming
Habit
climbing
Color
yellow
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Pleasant, mild tea rose scent.
Color Description
Pale yellow, becoming cream-colored as the bloom ages.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
up to 12 feet
Spread
up to 8 feet
Soil
Prefers rich, well-draining garden soil with a slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, keeping soil consistently moist but well-draining.
Fertilizer
Requires regular feeding with a balanced rose fertilizer during the growing season.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged wood and shaping the bush.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to typical rose ailments like blackspot and powdery mildew if air circulation is poor.
🧬 Pedigree
Sport of Pernetiana 'Souvenir de Claudius Pernet'