Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 2018
Loves Me, Loves Me Not
Rosa 'MEIcatess'
4-5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Shade OK
Light
5–11
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
5-5.5 inches
Bloom habit
Quartered, cupped, and fully double.
Petal count
150-250+
Flowering
Repeat blooming
Habit
Upright and bushy
Color
pink
Fragrance
Strong / Exceptionally Fragrant
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Glossy
Fragrance Notes
Sweet fragrance with notes of lilac, pineapple, and gardenia.
Color Description
Deep pink to raspberry or magenta; vibrant rose-pink that holds its intensity.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Height
4-5 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
Fertile, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic pH around 6.0–6.5.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–11
Disease Resistance
Good resistance to common rose diseases and powdery mildew.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Water deeply once or twice a week during establishment; water regularly until established.
Fertilizer
Prefers fertile soil with plenty of organic matter.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring, removing dead or crossing canes and opening the center to improve airflow. Deadhead back to a strong set of leaves to encourage repeat bloom.
Pests & Diseases
Good resistance to common rose diseases, including powdery mildew.
🧬 Pedigree
Not specified
🏆 Awards & Recognition
2026 Rose of the Year (Roger's Gardens) [2026 Rose of the Year 'Loves Me, Loves Me Not™' – Roger's Gardens](https://www.rogersgardens.com/blogs/current-news-events/2026-rose-of-the-year)