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Tequila Supreme
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shrub · 2007

Tequila Supreme

Rosa 'Meikokan'

Alain Meilland✦ slight fragrance

3-5 ft

Height

Repeat

Blooming

Full sun

Light

5–10

Zone

Plant & Flower Traits

Rose type

shrub

Bloom size

Medium

Bloom habit

Clusters

Petal count

Double, approximately 17-27 petals.

Flowering

repeat blooming

Habit

bushy

Color

red

Fragrance

slight

Foliage

Dark green or bright green.

Foliage surface

Glossy.

Fragrance Notes

Mild to none or very slight.

Color Description

Red

🌱 Growth & Garden Habits

Light

Full sun

Height

3-5 ft

Spread

3-5 ft

Soil

Prefers rich, well-drained soil, though it is not particular as to soil type or pH.

Reported Zones

Zone 5–10

Reported by growers and nurseries, not yet source-verified.

Disease Resistance

Good to above-average disease resistance.

🌿 Care Guide

Watering

Regular watering is recommended until established; supplemental watering may be required during periods of drought or extended heat.

Fertilizer

Use a rose and flower planting mix at planting and a rose and flower food during the growing season from spring through fall.

Pruning

Best pruned in late winter or early spring once the threat of extreme cold has passed; remove dead or crossing canes and shape the plant for a healthy, open framework.

Pests & Diseases

Generally noted for good to above-average disease resistance, including performance in hot and humid conditions.

🏆 Awards & Recognition

American Garden Rose Selections (AGRS) Winner

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