Petal Pals
shrub · 1988
5 to 8 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
Large, 3 to 4 inches
Bloom habit
Clusters
Petal count
Single to semi-double (approx 10-15 petals)
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
mild
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Glossy
Fragrance Notes
Slight, pleasant tea rose scent.
Color Description
Soft pink petals with a yellow base and golden stamens.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
5 to 8 feet
Spread
4 to 6 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Good resistance to common rose diseases.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, keeping the soil moist but well-drained.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first bloom cycle.
Pruning
Light pruning in early spring to remove dead or damaged wood and shape the shrub.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy, but watch for typical rose issues like blackspot or aphids.
🧬 Pedigree
Baby Château x R. eglanteria
🏆 Awards & Recognition
ADR 1953