Rosa 'Meipotal' (Carefree Delightâ„¢ Shrub Rose)
Michael's Opinion
A well behaved, low growing ground cover type rose.
Botanical Information
Family | Rosaceae |
Genus | Rosa |
Cultivar | 'Meipotal' |
Tradmarked Name | Carefree Delight™ |
Category | Woody |
Type | Shrub (deciduous) |
Origin | Carefree Delightâ„¢ rose was developed in France by the Meilland family and introduced in 1984. This family has a long tradition of rose breeding and have introduced such well known roses as 'Bonica' and 'Peace' in the past.Carefree Delightâ„¢ was selected as an "All-America Rose Selections" (AARS) winner in 1995. |
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Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 4a-10b |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Height | 90-120 cm |
Spread | 90-180 cm |
Growth | Medium |
Flowering Period | May, June |
Description and Growing Information
Shape | Shrub |
Propagation | Propagate by grafting, cutting, or budding. |
Notable Specimens | The Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens and School of Horticulture, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada. |
Habitat | Horticultural origin. |