Petal Pals
shrub · Year unknown
Pink X-pression
Rosa
4'
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–10
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
3"-4"
Bloom habit
cupped
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
pink
Fragrance
mild
Fragrance Notes
strawberry and honey
Color Description
Pink
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4'
Soil
Rich, organic, well-drained soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–10
Disease Resistance
Generally more resistant to common rose diseases like black spot and powdery mildew than hybrid teas.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil moisture retentive but well-drained; use a spray of water to wash off aphids.
Fertilizer
Feed consistently before and throughout the blooming cycle using a balanced all-purpose garden fertilizer.
Pruning
Requires less intensive pruning than other rose types; most shrub roses naturally obtain a rounded shape without heavy pruning.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to common rose pests like aphids; generally resistant to common diseases.