Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 1997
Dee Dee Bridgewater
Rosa 'MEItandar'
3-4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
medium
Bloom habit
solitary or in small clusters
Petal count
26-40 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
orange
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
medium green
Foliage surface
semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
intense citrus and sweet fruit fragrance
Color Description
deep apricot-orange with yellow reverse
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3-4 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
well-draining, fertile soil
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
average water needs
Fertilizer
regular feeding with a balanced rose fertilizer
Pruning
requires spring pruning to remove old canes and crossed branches
Pests & Diseases
susceptible to blackspot and rust in humid climates
🧬 Pedigree
Meirocit x Meilbren
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Gold Medal Geneva 2000