Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1954
Queen Elizabeth
1.5 to 2 meters
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large, 4 inches
Bloom habit
Usually borne singly or in small clusters on long, sturdy stems.
Petal count
30 to 40
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
mild
Foliage
Dark, leathery green
Foliage surface
Leathery and semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Light, sweet, tea rose scent.
Color Description
Clear, luminous pink that ages to a lighter shade.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
1.5 to 2 meters
Spread
0.9 to 1.2 meters
Soil
Well-draining, nutrient-rich soil with a slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular waterings are needed to maintain moist soil, avoiding overhead watering to prevent foliage diseases.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer after the first flush of blooms in spring and again mid-summer.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring by removing dead or damaged wood and crossing canes to encourage air circulation.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant, but may be prone to black spot or powdery mildew in humid climates.
🧬 Pedigree
Charlotte Armstrong x Floradora
🏆 Awards & Recognition
ARS Gold Medal, All-America Rose Selection 1955, World's Favorite Rose