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Description
Rosa Madame A. Meilland, also known as the Peace Rose, is a hybrid tea rose that was first cultivated by French horticulturist Francis Meilland in the late 1930s. The rose gained international recognition after World War II and was named the Peace Rose to commemorate the end of the war. It has since become one of the most popular roses in the world due to its striking beauty and symbolic significance.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain| Kingdom| Phylum| Class| Order| Family| Genus|| ———- | ———- | ———-|———–|————|————|————|| Eukaryota| Plantae| Angiosperms| Eudicots| Rosales| Rosaceae| Rosa|
Appearance
The Peace Rose is a deciduous shrub that can grow up to 5 feet tall and 3 feet wide. It produces large, fragrant flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. The flowers have a characteristic yellow base and pink edges, with a velvety texture and a strong perfume. The leaves are dark green and glossy, with serrated edges.
Care Guide
To ensure that your Peace Rose thrives, it is important to provide it with the right care. Here are some tips on how to care for your Peace Rose:- Water: Water your Peace Rose regularly, especially during hot and dry weather. Make sure the soil is moist but not waterlogged.- Fertilization: Fertilize your Peace Rose in the early spring and again in mid-summer. Use a balanced fertilizer that is rich in nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium.- Soil: Plant your Peace Rose in well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. Avoid planting it in soil that is too wet or too dry.- Sunlight: The Peace Rose prefers full sun but can also tolerate partial shade.- Hardiness Zones: The Peace Rose is hardy in USDA zones 5-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
While the Peace Rose is generally a healthy and disease-resistant plant, it can still be affected by pests and diseases. Here are some common ones to watch out for:- Aphids: These small insects can suck the sap from the leaves and buds of the Peace Rose, causing them to yellow and wilt.- Blackspot: This fungal disease causes black spots on the leaves of the Peace Rose, which can eventually cause them to fall off.- Powdery mildew: This fungal disease causes a white or gray powdery coating on the leaves and stems of the Peace Rose.- Spider mites: These tiny insects can suck the sap from the leaves of the Peace Rose, causing them to turn yellow and dry out.
Habitat
The Peace Rose is native to France and was first cultivated in the country’s Rhone Valley region. It prefers warm and sunny climates and can grow in a variety of soil types, as long as they are well-draining.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I fertilize my Peace Rose?
A: You should fertilize your Peace Rose in the early spring and again in mid-summer.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for the Peace Rose?
A: The Peace Rose is hardy in USDA zones 5-9.
Q: How tall can the Peace Rose grow?
A: The Peace Rose can grow up to 5 feet tall.
Q: What is the significance of the name “Peace Rose”?
A: The Peace Rose was named to commemorate the end of World War II and symbolize peace and unity.
Related Plants
– Rosa ‘Double Delight’- Rosa ‘Garden Party’- Rosa ‘Just Joey’- Rosa ‘Mister Lincoln’- Rosa ‘Scentimental’
References
– “Rosa ‘Madame A. Meilland’.” Missouri Botanical Garden. Accessed 12 June 2021. https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=r490.- “Peace.” American Rose Society. Accessed 12 June 2021. https://www.rose.org/single-post/2017/04/18/Peace.
