Petal Pals
shrub · Year unknown
Wild Plum
4-5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
Medium
Bloom habit
Clusters
Petal count
17-25 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
purple
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green, matte
Foliage surface
Matte
Fragrance Notes
Slightly spicy, fruity fragrance reminiscent of plums.
Color Description
Deep plum-purple with white to cream reverse.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4-5 feet
Spread
3-4 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Lightly 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.
🧬 Pedigree
Unnamed Seedling x 'Purple Tiger'