Petal Pals
hybrid tea · Year unknown
Victor Hugo
3 to 4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large
Bloom habit
Usually solitary, sometimes in small clusters.
Petal count
25 to 30
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Rich, spicy, classic damask fragrance.
Color Description
Vibrant, deep crimson-red with velvety texture.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 4 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
Well-drained, fertile soil enriched with organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first bloom cycle.
Pruning
Prune in early spring to remove dead or damaged wood and shape the plant.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to black spot and mildew if not properly ventilated.
🧬 Pedigree
Record x (Chrysler Imperial x Charles Mallerin)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Multiple international fragrance awards.