Petal Pals
miniature · 1982
Air France Meillandina
Rosa 'Air France Meillandina'
30-50 cm (12-20 inches)
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
miniature
Bloom size
3-4 cm (1.25-1.5 inches)
Bloom habit
Borne mostly solitary or in small clusters; high-centered to cupped form.
Petal count
45-50 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
compact
Color
blush
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Smooth, semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Very faint or no discernible scent.
Color Description
Light pink blooms with a subtle yellow base at the point of attachment, fading to cream or white as they mature.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
30-50 cm (12-20 inches)
Spread
30-45 cm (12-18 inches)
Soil
Prefers well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter; clay-loam is acceptable.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate to low; requires preventative care for common rose fungal diseases.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regularly to keep soil moist but well-drained; avoid overhead watering to prevent disease.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring. Remove dead or damaged wood and thin out the center to improve air circulation.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to black spot, powdery mildew, and rust.
🧬 Pedigree
Minijet x (Darling Flame x Perla de Montserrat)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Certificate of Merit, Bonn Rose Trials (1984)