Petal Pals
shrub · 1957
Cocktail
Rosa 'MEIcocor'
4 to 7 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
medium
Bloom habit
clusters
Petal count
5 to 8 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
vigorous
Color
red
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
dark green
Foliage surface
glossy
Fragrance Notes
very slight fruity scent
Color Description
bright red with a prominent yellow eye that turns white as it fades
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4 to 7 feet
Spread
3 to 5 feet
Soil
fertile, well-drained soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
good
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
average water needs
Fertilizer
balanced rose fertilizer during the growing season
Pruning
requires spring pruning to remove old or dead wood and cross-over branches
Pests & Diseases
generally disease resistant but may be susceptible to black spot in humid climates
🧬 Pedigree
(Independence x Orange Triumph) x Phyllis Bide
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Gold Medal Bagatelle 1957