Petal Pals
grandiflora · 1995
Melody Parfumée
Rosa 'DORient'
4 to 6 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Shade OK
Light
5–10
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
grandiflora
Bloom size
4 to 4.5 inches
Bloom habit
Clustered, fully double, high-centered blooms.
Petal count
30-45 petals
Flowering
Repeat flowering
Habit
Upright, bushy
Color
lavender
Fragrance
Strong
Foliage
Not specified
Foliage surface
Glossy
Fragrance Notes
Bold, spicy damask fragrance with hints of citrus
Color Description
Deep plum-purple buds opening to velvety lavender blooms that soften to silvery rose as they mature
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Height
4 to 6 feet
Spread
3-4 feet
Soil
Well-drained soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–10
Disease Resistance
Watch for black spot in humid climates.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Provide regular, consistent moisture; ensure well-drained soil.
Fertilizer
Use standard seasonal rose fertilizer as recommended for modern roses.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring while the plant is dormant; remove dead, damaged, or crossing canes and cut back healthy canes to encourage new growth.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to black spot in humid climates.
🧬 Pedigree
Not publicly disclosed
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Not specified