Witherspoon Rose Francis Meilland
Best fragrant hybrid tea for classic garden enthusiasts.
This award-winning hybrid tea rose delivers exceptionally large, light pink blooms paired with a powerful citrus fragrance. It is a reliable, disease-resistant choice that brings classic elegance to any garden setting from late spring through early fall.
$38.99
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Witherspoonrose
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a sensory experience with intense, classic floral perfumes.
- Homeowners wanting lush foliage without the need for frequent spraying.
- Floral designers needing large, elegant stems for high-end arrangements.
Who should skip it
- Small-space gardeners who prefer compact or bushy rose varieties.
- Impatient growers looking for a constant, heavy carpet of color.
- Coastal residents dealing with frequent dampness and high moisture levels.
Performance breakdown
Fragrance potency
A powerful citrus scent that dominates the garden space effortlessly.
Disease resilience
Robust health profile minimizes the need for frequent chemical intervention.
Bloom presentation
Classic tea-form structure delivers consistent, high-impact visual elegance.
Growth vigor
Establishes quickly and maintains a strong, upright habit throughout the season.
Climate adaptability
Reliable performance across diverse zones down to a hardy five.
Maintenance ease
Requires standard pruning but rewards growers with very low upkeep.
Key Specs
Type
Hybrid Tea
Height
5-6 feet
Bloom
Very large, light pink
Fragrance
Strong Citrus
Hardy to Zone
5
Patent Information
PP19970
Petal Count
40+
Sun Requirements
Full Sun 6+ Hours
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