Petal Pals
Climbing rose · 1985
Pierre de Ronsard
Rosa 'Meiviolin'
3-12 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Shade OK
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
Climbing rose
Bloom size
3-5 inches
Bloom habit
Borne in clusters or solitary; cup-shaped to dome-shaped.
Petal count
40-55 petals (more than 20)
Flowering
Repeat bloomer
Habit
Spreading, climbing growth
Color
Pink blend
Fragrance
Slight
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Discrete or slight fragrance
Color Description
Creamy white or ivory outer petals with carmine-pink to deep pink centers and edging
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Height
3-12 feet
Spread
0.9 to 2.5 meters (approx. 3 to 6 feet)
Soil
Prefers well-drained soil; adaptable to chalk, clay, loam, and sand.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Yes, generally noted as disease resistant.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Water abundantly after planting to remove air pockets; requires average to moist soil conditions.
Fertilizer
Add an amendment such as bonemeal at the bottom of the planting hole during planting.
Pruning
Prune after blooming.
Pests & Diseases
Generally considered disease resistant.
🧬 Pedigree
('Danse des Sylphes' × 'Haendel') × 'Climbing Pink Wonder'
🏆 Awards & Recognition
2006 World Rose Hall of Fame (World's Favourite Rose)