Meg Merrilies, Rosa rubiginosa

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Brief summary

Species, rosa rubiginosa "Meg Merrilies", United Kingdom, introduced in 1894, Usually is pink, crimson in color, single count petal count, once rebloom, has moderate fragrance, the bush shape can be climbing, bushy, 200 - 240 cm in height, 200 cm in width, suitable for USDA zone 6 from -23°C and above, thornless or has nearly no thorns.

Main characteristics

Aroma

USDA Zone 6

-23°С

Rebloom

Bush Shape

Size

Height

200 - 240 cm

Width

200 cm

Bloom size

Buds / Stem

Petal Count

Single count

Resistance

Heat

Shade

Rain

Black Spot

Mildew

More information

Hybrid Rubiginosa rose with deep pink to crimson, medium-sized blooms that are single to semi-double and borne in clusters. The flowers have a moderate fragrance and bloom once in spring or summer. The plant has a bushy, climbing growth habit with medium, dark green, fragrant foliage. It reaches about 245 to 305 cm in height and about 215 cm in width. Suitable for USDA zones 6b to 9b. Bred by Lord Penzance in the United Kingdom in 1894 and introduced in Australia by George Brunning - St. Kilda Nurseries in 1896 under the name 'Meg Merrilies'.