Petal Pals
shrub · Year unknown
Prospero
3 to 4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
Medium to large, approximately 3 to 4 inches
Bloom habit
Usually borne in small clusters or singly.
Petal count
Very double, often 40+ petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
burgundy
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green, semi-matte
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy to matte
Fragrance Notes
Rich, old rose scent with nuances of myrrh.
Color Description
Deep crimson that deepens to a rich purple-crimson as the bloom ages.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 4 feet
Spread
3 feet
Soil
Well-drained, fertile, slightly acidic soil enriched with organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, keeping soil consistently moist but well-drained.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer at the start of the growing season and after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Light pruning in early spring to remove dead wood and maintain shape; can be pruned back by one-third.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy but can be susceptible to black spot and mildew in humid climates.
🧬 Pedigree
The Squire x Dark Lady