Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1982
Princess of Monaco
3-4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
7–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large, 4-5 inches
Bloom habit
Usually solitary, high-centered blooms.
Petal count
25-30 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
bicolor
Fragrance
mild
Foliage
Dark, semi-glossy green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Light, subtle tea rose scent.
Color Description
Creamy white centers with pink petal edges.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-4 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining, slightly acidic soil amended with organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 7–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular, deep watering at the base to keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first bloom flush.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring by removing dead wood and crossing canes to encourage air circulation.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant to black spot and mildew but monitor for aphids and spider mites.
🧬 Pedigree
(Ambassador x Peace) x (Miss All-American Beauty)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
All-America Rose Selection (AARS) 1985