Sweet Spirit™ Bare Root Rose Bush

Rosa ‘MEIthatie’   Sweet Spirit™

Sweet Spirit™ is a fragrant, ruby‑red grandiflora rose bred by Meilland International and introduced in the USA by Star Roses & Plants in 2019. This striking rose produces deeply double, rich cherry‑red blossoms (about 3″ across) carried in clusters. Its lush, dark glossy foliage and strong fragrance—described as ripe pear with clove undertones—make it exceptionally appealing. Extremely heat‑ and humidity‑tolerant with excellent disease resistance, it’s ideal for cutting, beds, hedges, and containers in hot climates.

💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: Grandiflora
🧬 Breeder: Meilland International (France)
🎨 Color: Rich cherry‑red with elegant depth
🌸 Petal Count: ~35
💠 Bloom Form: Very full, traditional hybrid tea style in clusters
📏 Bloom Size: ~3″ (≈9 cm diameter)
🔁 Flowering: Repeats from early summer through fall
🏺 Vase Life: Very good – cluster blooms hold well as cut flowers
🧴 Fragrance: Strong – spicy‑fruity; notes of ripe pear & clove

🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌿 Growth Type: Rounded, bushy habit, medium‑sized shrub
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours daily)
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 5–9
📐 Spacing: 3–4′ (90–120 cm)
↕️ Height: ~3–4′ (90–120 cm)
↔️ Width: ~3′ (≈90 cm)

🛡️ Health & Suitability
🌱 Root Stock: Own Root
💪 Disease Resistance: Excellent – thrives in hot, humid conditions. Great rose for beginners!

🌎 Regional Recommendations:
West Coast, Midwest, Southwest, Southeast, Northeast, Intermountain West, Mid Atlantic,  Northeast,  Pacific Northwest

🏅 Awards:
• American Garden Rose Selections Fragrance Award (2021)
• AGRS All‑Regions Award (2021)