Mother of Pearl® Bare Root Rose Bush

Mother of Pearl® Grandiflora Rose

Rosa ‘Meiludere’ PP 18,707 – Mother of Pearl®

Mother of Pearl® is a refined grandiflora rose celebrated for its soft, luminous blooms and garden-worthy toughness. Its flowers open in a delicate shade of pale pink with subtle peach undertones, revealing a perfectly formed, full petal structure. Native to both cool and humid climates, this rose balances elegance with durability, making it a reliable choice for floral use and landscape beauty.

💐 Plant & Flower Traits

• Rose Type: Grandiflora
• Breeder / Origin: Meilland®
• Introduced: 2007 by Star Roses
• Color: Soft pink with light peach overtones
• Petal Count: ~22–35 (medium to full)
• Bloom Form: Full, well-shaped (classic grandiflora style)
• Bloom Size: ~4″ (10 cm) across
• Clusters / Spray: Blooms in small clusters of 3–4 per stem
• Flowering: Repeats in flushes from spring through fall
• Vase Life / Cut Use: Excellent potential as a cut flower
• Fragrance: Light, faint scent

🏡 Growth & Garden Habits

• Growth Type: Tall, very bushy shrub / grandiflora habit
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Hardiness Zones: USDA 5–10
• Spacing: ~2 ft apart (60 cm)
• Height: ~4 ft (120 cm)
• Width: ~2 ft (60 cm)

🛡️ Health & Suitability

• Disease Resistance: Very good — strong resistance to black spot
• Winter Toughness: Excellent hardiness even in cooler climates
• Garden Versatility: Performs well in both hot, humid regions and cooler zones

✨ Why We Love It

Mother of Pearl® brings elegance and reliability together. Its soft-pink, peach-blushed blooms maintain a classic rose shape bloom after bloom, while its sturdy performance in diverse climates makes it a gardener’s favorite. The compact, bushy form blends beautifully in borders, cutting gardens, or as a specimen in mixed beds. As a cut flower, its clustered blooms and long-lasting presence lend sophistication to arrangements. In short: a rose that is both graceful and dependable.