Petal Pals
hybrid tea · Year unknown
The McCartney Rose
4-5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large (4-5 inches)
Bloom habit
Usually solitary or in small clusters on long stems.
Petal count
25-30 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
pink
Fragrance
very strong
Foliage
Medium to dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Intense, classic old rose fragrance with sweet citrus undertones.
Color Description
Vibrant, deep pink with a darker reverse.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4-5 feet
Spread
3-4 feet
Soil
Rich, fertile, well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Good resistance to common rose diseases.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained; water at the base to avoid wet foliage.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after each flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead or diseased wood and open up the center to air circulation.
Pests & Diseases
Generally healthy but may be susceptible to blackspot or powdery mildew in humid conditions.
🧬 Pedigree
Meihelvet x MEIcalan
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Multiple fragrance awards at international rose trials.