Petal Pals
hybrid tea · Year unknown
Red Chief
3-5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Medium
Bloom habit
Usually solitary or small clusters.
Petal count
20-30
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Very light, subtle scent.
Color Description
Vibrant medium to dark red.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-5 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil with a slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Average for its era.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water is needed, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Fertilizer
Standard rose fertilizer applied in early spring and mid-season.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or diseased wood and shaping as needed.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy, but susceptible to standard rose pests like aphids.
🧬 Pedigree
E. G. Hill x Unknown