Petal Pals
old garden · 1845
Viridiflora
2 to 3 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
Small
Bloom habit
Small clusters
Petal count
Many (often modified to leaf-like structures)
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
other
Fragrance
none
Foliage
Medium to dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Color Description
Green, often turning bronze or rusty brown as it ages.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
2 to 3 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
Rich, fertile, well-draining soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water is needed, but ensure good drainage.
Fertilizer
Standard rose fertilizer during the growing season.
Pruning
Prune lightly to maintain shape; old wood should be removed as needed.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to typical rose ailments including black spot and mildew if conditions are poor.
🧬 Pedigree
Mutation of Rosa chinensis 'Old Blush'