Petal Pals
hybrid tea · Year unknown
3 to 4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
7–10
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large, typically 4 to 5 inches
Bloom habit
Usually solitary, borne on long stems.
Petal count
Approximately 30 to 35 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Mild, subtle fragrance.
Color Description
Bright, deep crimson red.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 4 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.5.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 7–10
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering to maintain moist soil, avoiding overhead irrigation to prevent fungal issues.
Fertilizer
Standard rose fertilizer applied during the growing season.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or diseased wood and shaping the bush.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to black spot and mildew if conditions are poor; standard rose pest protocols apply.
🧬 Pedigree
('Red Dandy' x 'Prima Ballerina')
🏆 Awards & Recognition
RNRS Gold Medal 1967