Petal Pals
climber · 2016
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Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
4–10
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
climber
Bloom habit
bi-colored blooms in pink and cream
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
climbing
Color
striped
Fragrance
moderate
Fragrance Notes
fruit-like
Color Description
Yellow or cream-yellow base with pink stripes and brushstrokes
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Soil
Fertile, well-drained soil, preferably slightly acidic and enriched with compost or organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 4–10
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
1 inch of water per week, or 2 inches in sandy soil; water at the base in the morning to avoid wetting foliage.
Fertilizer
Apply granular rose fertilizer in early spring; fertilize every three to four weeks during the growing season, stopping six weeks before the first expected frost.
Pruning
Do not prune for the first two years; thereafter, prune in late winter or early spring once the plant is 3 to 4 years old.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to fungal diseases such as leaf spot and powdery mildew if foliage is kept wet.