Petal Pals
shrub · 2023
Rosa hybrid
3-4 ft
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
3–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom habit
Double flowers.
Petal count
25 to 30 petals.
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
pink
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Green.
Fragrance Notes
Sweet damask-lemon perfume.
Color Description
Pink
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-4 ft
Spread
3-4 ft
Soil
Well-drained soil; for containers, a blend of bark, coir, peat, sand, and perlite is recommended.
Reported Zones
Zone 3–9
Reported by growers and nurseries, not yet source-verified.
Disease Resistance
Excellent disease resistance.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Water at regular intervals, allowing the soil to dry down until slightly moist between cycles; water early in the day to keep foliage dry.
Fertilizer
Medium fertilization (250 ppm).
Pruning
Plants respond well to pruning; light shaping is generally sufficient.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to two-spotted spider mites and downy mildew; generally noted for excellent resistance to black spot and powdery mildew.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
2023 American Garden Rose Selections (AGRS) Regional Choice Award, 2023 AGRS Fragrance Award