Petal Pals
grandiflora · Year unknown
Roundelay
4 to 6 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
grandiflora
Bloom size
Large, 4-5 inches
Bloom habit
Usually borne singly or in small clusters.
Petal count
Approximately 30-40
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Pleasant, tea-like scent.
Color Description
Vibrant, deep velvety red.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4 to 6 feet
Spread
3 to 4 feet
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil with a slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, especially during dry spells.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after each bloom cycle.
Pruning
Prune in early spring to remove dead or damaged wood and shape the shrub.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant, but watch for typical rose issues like black spot or aphids in humid conditions.
🧬 Pedigree
Charlotte Armstrong x Floradora
🏆 Awards & Recognition
All-America Rose Selection (AARS) 1955