| Botanical Name | Rosa 'Meigalper' PP17874 |
| Description | The Red Drift® Rose is the most formal-looking of the Drift series, featuring petite, double red flowers that bloom in massive clusters. In the Houston metro area, it is highly valued for its ability to withstand the punishing humidity and summer heat. While it is tolerant of our local clay soil, it performs best when the soil is amended with compost to ensure proper drainage during heavy rain seasons. Its mounding, spreading habit makes it a perfect choice for groundcover or low borders along walkways. |
| Exposure | Full Sun (6+ hours daily) |
| Height x Width | 1.5' Height x 2.5' Width |
| Water | Average; requires consistent watering until established, then moderate during dry periods. |
| Zones | 4 - 11 |
| Fertilization | Feed with a slow-release rose fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer for continuous blooming. |
| Pruning | Cut back by half in late winter (February) to maintain a tidy shape and promote new flower buds. |
| Deer Resistance | Low |
| Botanical Name | Rosa 'Meigalper' PP17874 |
| Description | The Red Drift® Rose is the most formal-looking of the Drift series, featuring petite, double red flowers that bloom in massive clusters. In the Houston metro area, it is highly valued for its ability to withstand the punishing humidity and summer heat. While it is tolerant of our local clay soil, it performs best when the soil is amended with compost to ensure proper drainage during heavy rain seasons. Its mounding, spreading habit makes it a perfect choice for groundcover or low borders along walkways. |
| Exposure | Full Sun (6+ hours daily) |
| Height x Width | 1.5' Height x 2.5' Width |
| Water | Average; requires consistent watering until established, then moderate during dry periods. |
| Zones | 4 - 11 |
| Fertilization | Feed with a slow-release rose fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer for continuous blooming. |
| Pruning | Cut back by half in late winter (February) to maintain a tidy shape and promote new flower buds. |
| Deer Resistance | Low |