Apricot Drift Rose
Apricot Drift Rose (Rosa 'Meimirrote') — A compact, disease-resistant groundcover rose that produces soft apricot-orange double blooms continuously from spring through frost with virtually no maintenance.
Plant Details
- Botanical Name: Rosa 'Meimirrote' PP23354
- Mature Size: 1–2 ft tall × 2–3 ft wide
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Bloom Color: Soft apricot-orange (spring through frost)
- Foliage: Semi-evergreen — dark green, glossy
Growing Conditions
- Sunlight: Full sun (6+ hours)
- Water Needs: Low to moderate — drought tolerant once established
- Soil: Well-drained, tolerates clay and sandy soils
- Hardiness Zones: USDA 4–11
Why Choose Apricot Drift Rose?
- Ideal for borders, mass plantings, and containers
- Self-cleaning — no deadheading required
- Excellent black spot and powdery mildew resistance
- Star Roses and Plants® selection
Care Tips
Plant in full sun with good air circulation. Prune lightly in late winter to shape. Feed with a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring. No spraying needed — Drift Roses are bred for outstanding disease resistance.
Description
Apricot Drift Rose (Rosa 'Meimirrote') — A compact, disease-resistant groundcover rose that produces soft apricot-orange double blooms continuously from spring through frost with virtually no maintenance.
Plant Details
- Botanical Name: Rosa 'Meimirrote' PP23354
- Mature Size: 1–2 ft tall × 2–3 ft wide
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Bloom Color: Soft apricot-orange (spring through frost)
- Foliage: Semi-evergreen — dark green, glossy
Growing Conditions
- Sunlight: Full sun (6+ hours)
- Water Needs: Low to moderate — drought tolerant once established
- Soil: Well-drained, tolerates clay and sandy soils
- Hardiness Zones: USDA 4–11
Why Choose Apricot Drift Rose?
- Ideal for borders, mass plantings, and containers
- Self-cleaning — no deadheading required
- Excellent black spot and powdery mildew resistance
- Star Roses and Plants® selection
Care Tips
Plant in full sun with good air circulation. Prune lightly in late winter to shape. Feed with a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring. No spraying needed — Drift Roses are bred for outstanding disease resistance.
