Petal Pals
shrub · Year unknown
Explorer Dutch Florist Shrub Rose
0.9 to 3 meters (varies by specific cultivar)
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
2–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
Medium
Bloom habit
Large clusters
Petal count
Semi-double to double
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
other
Fragrance
slight
Fragrance Notes
Lightly fragrant, though some specific varieties may have spicy or clove-like scents.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
0.9 to 3 meters (varies by specific cultivar)
Spread
0.9 to 2.1 meters (varies by specific cultivar)
Soil
Well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 2–9
Disease Resistance
High resistance to common diseases like powdery mildew and blackspot.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering is recommended to keep soil moist but well-drained.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced or slow-release fertilizer in early spring as leaves emerge.
Pruning
Prune in early spring; trim back by one-third to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth, and remove spent blooms to encourage re-blooming.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant, but can occasionally be affected by black spot, rose rust, or powdery mildew.