Petal Pals
ground cover · 2006
Red Drift Rose
Rosa 'Meigalpio'
1-2 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
4–11
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
ground cover
Bloom size
3/4 inch
Bloom habit
Clusters of double blooms
Petal count
Double
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
spreading
Color
red
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Green
Fragrance Notes
Some sources note sweet-scented blossoms, though fragrance is generally considered mild or slight.
Color Description
Red
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
1-2 feet
Spread
2-3 feet
Soil
Rich, loamy, well-drained soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH (5.5-6.5).
Hardiness Zone
Zone 4–11
Disease Resistance
Excellent resistance to rust, powdery mildew, and black spot.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Water regularly to keep soil moist but well-drained; allow the top inch to dry out between waterings. Avoid overhead watering to minimize fungal issues.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced, slow-release rose fertilizer in early spring and repeat during the growing season (every 6-8 weeks or 3 times a year). Stop fertilizing by late summer.
Pruning
Light pruning in early spring is recommended to maintain strength and vigor; removing about 1/3 of existing branches is common. Can also be trimmed after bloom cycles to shape.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to chilli thrips and Cercospora leafspot.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Rose Hills Memorial Park International Rose Trials