Petal Pals
shrub · 1969
Westerland
150-300 cm
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
Large, 10-12 cm
Bloom habit
Large, loose, semi-double blooms borne in clusters.
Petal count
15-20
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
orange
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Glossy
Fragrance Notes
Sweet, spicy, fruity, and clove-like fragrance.
Color Description
Vibrant shades of orange, apricot, and salmon-pink with golden-yellow centers.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
150-300 cm
Spread
120-150 cm
Soil
Fertile, humus-rich, well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering, prefers consistent moisture but is somewhat drought tolerant once established.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first bloom cycle.
Pruning
Can be pruned as a large shrub or trained as a climber. Remove dead wood and prune back by one third in early spring.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy, though can be susceptible to black spot in humid climates.
🧬 Pedigree
Friedrich Wörlein x Golden Delight
🏆 Awards & Recognition
ADR 1974