Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1976
Bettina 78
Rosa hybrida
3-6 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large
Bloom habit
Solitary, high-centered blooms on long stems.
Petal count
Double flowers
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Glossy
Fragrance Notes
Many varieties feature an intense, classic rose fragrance.
Color Description
Salmon-pink
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-6 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
Well-drained, nutrient-rich, slightly acidic (pH 6.0-6.5).
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Varies by cultivar; requires regular scouting and good air circulation to manage fungal issues.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Deep watering twice a week; keep leaves dry to prevent disease; use drip or soaker hoses at the base.
Fertilizer
Feed regularly throughout the growing season.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring; cut stems back by one-third to one-half to an open framework of 4-6 strong canes.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to aphids, black spot, and powdery mildew.
🧬 Pedigree
‘Jolie Madame’ × ‘Sunlight’ and ‘Lady Elgin’ × ‘Dr. A. J.’