Hybrid tea rose (Rosa 'Meivildo' ROYAL BROMPTON ROSE)
Rosa 'Meivildo' ROYAL BROMPTON ROSE is a showy, fragrant Hybrid tea rose valued for large, mauve-pink blooms. Ideal for borders and hedges.
Complete Plant Information
Overview
The Rosa ‘Meivildo’ ROYAL BROMPTON ROSE, commonly recognized as a Hybrid tea rose, brings classic fragrance and drama to the garden landscape. It is distinctive for producing very large, double, peony-like blooms that measure 5-6 inches across, colored in a rich mauve-pink. This variety showcases the quintessential florist-type bloom structure favored by Hybrid tea rose enthusiasts.
Originating from the House of Meilland, this upright shrub is noted for vigorous growth and repeat blooming from May until the first frost. Its leathery, dark green foliage provides an excellent backdrop for the showy, fragrant flowers, making Rosa ‘Meivildo’ ROYAL BROMPTON ROSE a commanding presence.
As a member of the Romantica series, it often exhibits good disease resistance and old rose characteristics alongside the elegance of a modern Hybrid tea rose. Gardeners seeking formal structure combined with superb fragrance will find this cultivar highly rewarding.
Fast Facts
- Plant Family: Rosaceae
- Plant Type: Deciduous shrub
- Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 5-9
- Size at Maturity:
- Height: 3-5 ft
- Spread: 3-5 ft
- Bloom Time: May to frost
- Bloom Description: Mauve pink
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Water Needs: Medium
- Maintenance Level: Medium
How to Grow
Planting Rosa ‘Meivildo’ ROYAL BROMPTON ROSE should occur when conditions are favorable, typically in spring or fall, ensuring it is established before extreme weather. These Hybrid tea roses thrive best in medium moisture, slightly acidic, well-drained garden loams. While they tolerate some light shade, achieving the best flowering display and disease resistance requires a location receiving full sun exposure.
Consistent watering is essential; provide deep, regular watering, ideally in the mornings, to encourage strong root development. Avoid overhead watering to mitigate the risk of foliar diseases. Applying a layer of summer mulch helps preserve soil moisture, keeps the root zone cool, and helps suppress weed growth.
Maintenance for Rosa ‘Meivildo’ ROYAL BROMPTON ROSE involves vigilance regarding air circulation; ensure plants are not crowded to promote vigorous, healthy growth. Deadheading (removing spent flowers) regularly encourages the plant to produce subsequent waves of blooms throughout the season. In colder zones (like St. Louis), consider providing winter protection for the crowns. Pruning should be done severely in late winter, typically cutting back to 12-18 inches from the ground to shape the plant and promote long-stemmed new growth.
Landscape Uses
The robust stature and stunning, fragrant blooms of Rosa ‘Meivildo’ ROYAL BROMPTON ROSE make it versatile in landscape design. It functions excellently as a formal accent plant or when grouped in small clusters within mixed shrub borders. Due to its upright habit, it is specified for use as an informal hedge, providing color and structure along property lines or fences.
Consider planting this Hybrid tea rose near patios or walkways where its strong fragrance can be fully appreciated. In cottage gardens, it blends well with summer perennials, though ensure neighbors do not heavily shade its full sun requirements. When using Rosa ‘Meivildo’ ROYAL BROMPTON ROSE in foundation plantings, maintain proper spacing to allow for adequate air circulation crucial for its health.
Standout Features
Flower Qualities
- Showy
- Fragrant
Noteworthy Characteristics
Rosa is fundamentally noted for its often fragrant, single to double flowers borne on prickly stems clad with 5-9 leaflets. Hybrid tea roses, like the Rosa ‘Meivildo’ ROYAL BROMPTON ROSE, are characterized by high centers, long stems, and usually produce one terminal flower per shoot, demanding regular, severe pruning. The ROYAL BROMPTON ROSE stands out with very large, double blooms that offer a peony-like appearance and robust fragrance.
Tolerances
Potential Problems
Roses, including the Hybrid tea rose Rosa ‘Meivildo’ ROYAL BROMPTON ROSE, are susceptible to several common diseases such as black spot, powdery mildew, and rust. Prevention through good cultural practices is the first defense, including immediately removing and destroying diseased leaves during the growing season and cleanup efforts during winter dormancy. In humid climates, regular preventative fungicide applications are often necessary throughout the growing period.
Insect pests are another concern, with potential issues arising from aphids, scale, spider mites, and borers. Regularly inspect the plant foliage, particularly the undersides of leaves, for early signs of infestation. Consult local extension services for region-specific advice on selecting appropriate chemical or organic treatments to manage pests proactively.
Frequently Asked Questions
What hardiness zones is Hybrid tea rose suitable for?
This particular Hybrid tea rose, Rosa ‘Meivildo’ ROYAL BROMPTON ROSE, is suitable for USDA Hardiness Zones 5 through 9.
How large does Rosa ‘Meivildo’ ROYAL BROMPTON ROSE grow?
This cultivar typically reaches a height between 3 to 5 feet and spreads between 3 to 5 feet at maturity.
What sun exposure does Rosa ‘Meivildo’ ROYAL BROMPTON ROSE need?
For optimal performance, this rose requires full sun exposure, although it can tolerate a degree of light shade.
When does Hybrid tea rose bloom?
The Rosa ‘Meivildo’ ROYAL BROMPTON ROSE begins blooming in May and continues producing its mauve pink flowers until the first frost occurs.
Conclusion
The Rosa ‘Meivildo’ ROYAL BROMPTON ROSE remains a premier choice for gardeners seeking the epitome of classic rose beauty combined with strong fragrance, characteristic of a high-quality Hybrid tea rose. Its large, mauve-pink blooms and upright growth habit make it an excellent specimen or hedge plant. Ensure you plant it only in full sun and stick to deep watering practices to maximize the beauty of your Rosa ‘Meivildo’ ROYAL BROMPTON ROSE this season.
Companion Planting
Companion planting near your Hybrid tea rose can enhance its vigor and help manage pests naturally. Avoid planting other roses too closely, as this increases the risk of shared disease transmission. Instead, focus on low-growing herbs and flowers that do not compete heavily for nutrients or obscure the base of the rose.
Consider incorporating plants known for deterring common rose pests. Garlic, chives, and certain strongly scented annuals can help mask the scent of the rose from pests like aphids. Plants that appreciate similar soil conditions, such as catmint (Nepeta) or low-growing lavender, integrate well at the edge of a border featuring Rosa ‘Meivildo’ ROYAL BROMPTON ROSE.
Seasonal Care Calendar
Early spring, after the danger of hard frost has passed, is the ideal time for the severe pruning required for Hybrid tea roses. After pruning, apply a fresh layer of mulch and begin a consistent feeding schedule, switching to a specialized rose fertilizer once new growth begins to emerge vigorously.
Summer maintenance centers on monitoring moisture levels, ensuring deep watering whenever the top inch of soil feels dry, and consistent deadheading. Remove all spent blooms down to the first five-leaflet leaf pointing outward to encourage maximum rebloom without encouraging weak, inward-reaching growth.
During late fall, clean up all fallen leaves to minimize overwintering fungal spores, a critical step for controlling issues like black spot on next year’s growth. If you live in the colder edges of Zone 5, prepare winter protection for the crowns before the ground fully freezes.
