Papa Meilland® Potted Rose Bush
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About Papa Meilland® Potted Rose Bush
Rosa ‘MEIcesar’ Papa Meilland®
Papa Meilland® is a renowned deep-crimson hybrid tea rose bred in France by Alain Meilland and introduced into the USA by Meilland International in 1963. Named in honor of Antoine “Papa” Meilland, this classic rose features lush, velvety, high-centered blooms with a rich, old-rose fragrance. Long straight stems with glossy foliage make it a standout in cutting gardens or formal landscapes.
💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: Hybrid Tea
🧬 Breeder: Alain Meilland (France)
🎨 Color: Deep, velvety crimson
🌸 Petal Count: ~35
💠 Bloom Form: High-centered, very full exhibition style
📏 Bloom Size: ~4.5″–5″
🔁 Flowering: Repeats in flushes from spring through fall
🏺 Vase Life: Excellent – long-stemmed, ideal cut flower
🧴 Fragrance: Very strong – rich, fruity-old-rose perfume
🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌿 Growth Type: Upright, bushy hybrid tea shrub
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 6–9
📐 Spacing: 2–4′
↕️ Height: ~3–4′
↔️ Width: ~2–4′
🛡️ Health & Suitability
Rootstock: Budded on Dr.Huey
💪 Disease Resistance: Moderate – requires vigilant care to maintain clean foliage. Best performance in dry climates of the west
🌎 Regional Recommendations:
West Coast, Midwest, Southwest, Pacific Northwest, Intermountain West
🏅 Awards:
• World Federation of Rose Societies Hall of Fame (1988)
• American Rose Society Alexander Gamble Fragrance Medal (1974)
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