Peace Rose Rosa Peace = 'Madame A. Meilland' (HT)

👤 Non-toxic to humans

🐾 Non-toxic to pets

🌸 Blooming

🍪 Not edible

‍🌱 Hard-care

ABOUT

The Rosa Peace, also known as 'Madame A. Meilland', is renowned for its striking flowers which are large, double blooms with a high-centered form that unfurls into a stunning display of petals. These blooms usually showcase a blend of colors, often starting out as a creamy yellow at the base, then transitioning to soft pink along the edges, which creates a captivating bi-color effect. The petals are gently ruffled, adding to their overall elegance. As for its foliage, it is glossy and deep green, serving as a lush backdrop for the flowers. This accentuates the vibrancy of the blooms and contrasts beautifully with the softness of the flower colors. The plant typically has a bushy and well-branched habit, supporting numerous flowers that emit a mild to strong fresh fragrance which can attract both people's appreciation and pollinators like bees throughout its blooming season. The Rosa Peace is appreciated not only for its aesthetic appeal but also for its hardiness, with a capability to resist common diseases that often affect roses. This makes it not only a beautiful addition to a garden but also a relatively resilient one. The combination of its visual beauty and practical hardiness has made it a popular choice among garden lovers and has secured its place as a classic in rose gardens around the world.

Plant Info

Care

Common Problems

About this plant

Names
- Family
  Rosaceae
- Synonyms
  Peace Rose, Madame A. Meilland
- Common names
  Rosa 'Madame A. Meilland'.
Toxicity
- To humans
  The Peace rose (Rosa 'Peace') is not known to be toxic to humans. Therefore, ingestion of parts of this plant typically does not lead to poisoning or adverse health effects caused by toxicity. However, as with any plant material, consuming it might cause gastrointestinal discomfort due to the presence of fibrous plant matter, which is not digestible by humans.
- To pets
  The Peace rose is generally considered non-toxic to pets. Ingesting its parts should not cause significant toxicity in animals such as dogs and cats. However, the thorns on roses can cause physical injury or, if consumed, can lead to gastrointestinal upset or possible mechanical damage to the digestive tract.
Characteristics
- Life cycle
  Perennials
- Foliage type
  Deciduous
- Color of leaves
  Green
- Flower color
  Pink
- Height
  4-6 feet (1.2-1.8 meters)
- Spread
  2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters)
- Plant type
  Shrub
- Hardiness zones
  6
- Native area
  France

Benefits

General Benefits
- Aesthetic Appeal: The Peace rose, with its large, fragrant blooms and vibrant colouration ranging from pale yellow to cream with pink-edged petals, adds a striking beauty to gardens and landscapes.
- Historical Significance: As a symbolic gesture of peace after World War II, it carries historical value and can make a meaningful addition to commemorative gardens or collections.
- Pollinator Attraction: Roses are known to attract bees and other beneficial insects, thus supporting the local ecosystem and promoting biodiversity.
- Versatility: It can be used in various garden designs, including formal beds, mixed borders, and as standalone specimens or in mass plantings.
- Cut Flowers: The Peace rose is ideal for cut flowers due to its large, well-formed blooms and long vase life, making it a favorite for bouquets and floral arrangements.
Medical Properties
This plant is not used for medical purposes.
Air-purifying Qualities
This plant is not specifically known for air purifying qualities.
Other Uses
- Natural Dye: The petals of the Peace rose can be used to create a natural dye for fabrics, giving them a delicate pink hue.
- Edible Decorations: Petals of the Peace rose can be candied or used fresh to decorate cakes and desserts for a touch of elegance.
- Floral Water: Simmering the petals can produce a fragrant rose water for use in cooking or as a natural fragrance for linens.
- Art Supplies: Petals can be pressed and dried to be used in arts and crafts, such as making homemade paper or potpourri.
- Perfumery: The highly fragrant blooms can be essential in creating natural, rose-scented perfumes.
- Religious Ceremonies: Historically, rose petals are symbolic and often used in various religious ceremonies for decoration or to create a pathway.
- Aromatherapy: The scent of Peace roses can be used in aromatherapy to promote relaxation and reduce stress when infused into oils or lotions.
- Bath Additive: Petals can be added to bathwater for a luxurious, spa-like experience that is soothing to the skin and senses.
- Beverage Flavoring: The petals can be used to infuse teas or cocktails, subtly imparting their rose flavor.
- Educational Tool: The Peace rose can be used in horticultural studies and gardening workshops to teach about plant care and hybridization techniques.

Interesting Facts

Feng Shui
The Peace Rose, as a symbol of harmony and tranquility, can be used in Feng Shui to balance energy flow and foster a peaceful atmosphere. Place it in areas of the home where you wish to encourage a calming presence, such as the living room or bedroom, to promote positive Chi and emotional well-being.
Zodiac Sign Compitability
The Peace Rose is not used in astrology practice.
Plant Symbolism
- Peace: The 'Madame A. Meilland', also known as the Peace rose, was named to commemorate the end of World War II, symbolizing hope and the restoration of peace.
- Diplomacy: Given as a gift to delegates at the United Nations Conference on International Organization in 1945, it also stands for diplomacy and international relations.
- Unity: The Peace rose's widespread cultivation and gifting to leaders around the world represent unity among nations and cultures.
- Hope: The well-timed blossoming of this rose shortly after the war conveyed a strong message of hope for a brighter, peaceful future.
- New Beginnings: Often associated with new starts, the Peace rose signifies fresh beginnings and the start of a new era.
- Love and Harmony: Like many roses, it is also linked to love, but with a special emphasis on harmonious relationship and tranquility.

💧

Every 2-5 days

Water

☀️

2500 - 10000 Lux

Light

💦️

Humidity

🪴

Every 2-5 years

Repotting

🌱️

Early Spring

Propogation

✂️️

As needed

Pruning

Water
The Peace rose should be given a deep watering once a week, allowing the soil to become moist but not waterlogged. Water should be applied directly to the base of the plant, avoiding the leaves to minimize the risk of disease. During the hot summer months, watering should increase to twice a week, with each session providing about 1-2 gallons depending on soil conditions and rainfall. During the winter, reduce watering to only when the soil is dry to the touch, since the plant's water needs decrease as it goes into dormancy.
Light
The Peace rose thrives best in full sun exposure, meaning it should receive at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily. An ideal spot is open to the morning sun, which helps to dry dew from the leaves and reduces the likelihood of fungal diseases. Avoid placing the rose in areas with heavy shade or where buildings or other plants may block significant sunlight.
Temperature
The Peace rose can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, but it grows best in zones where the temperature regularly falls between 65°F and 75°F. The plant can survive minimum temperatures of around 20°F, but for best growth and flowering, it shouldn’t be exposed to extreme heat above 90°F or harsh frost conditions for prolonged periods.
Pruning
Pruning is essential for the Peace rose to maintain shape, encourage new growth, and improve air circulation. Prune in late winter or early spring, cutting back by about one-third of the height and removing any dead, diseased, or crossing branches. It is also beneficial to deadhead spent blooms throughout the growing season to encourage further flowering.
Cleaning
As needed
Soil
The best soil mix for the Peace rose should be rich, well-draining loam with a pH between 6.0 and 6.5. Incorporate organic matter like compost or aged manure to enhance soil fertility.
Repotting
Peace roses, being outdoor plants, don't typically require repotting. Instead, they may need transplanting every few years if they outgrow their location or to rejuvenate the soil.
Humidity & Misting
Peace roses prefer outdoor conditions where the humidity is natural and not too high. They thrive best with average ambient humidity, without the need for specific humidity adjustments.
Suitable locations
- Indoor
  Provide bright light, ample water, and regular feeding.
- Outdoor
  Full sun, well-draining soil, regular watering, and pruning.
- Hardiness zone
  6-10 USDA
Life cycle
The Peace Rose, scientifically known as 'Madame A. Meilland' (HT), begins its life cycle when a seed germinates, typically in spring, establishing a small seedling with a few leaves. This seedling then grows into a young plant, developing a root system and foliage. With proper care and conditions, the Peace Rose bush matures, producing lush green leaves and woody stems, ready to support future blooms. Annual growth cycles involve the rose entering a dormant phase during the colder months, with a decrease in growth and energy conserved for the next season. Once the warmer weather returns, the plant enters its flowering phase, producing fragrant, multi-petaled roses ranging in color from ivory to pale pink with hints of yellow. After pollination, hips may form, containing seeds that can be dispersed to propagate new plants, thus continuing the life cycle.
Propogation
- Propogation time
  Early Spring
- Propogation: The Peace Rose, known botanically as 'Madame A. Meilland' (Hybrid Tea), is typically propagated through a method called budding during the late summer. In this process, a bud is cut from a mature Peace Rose and grafted onto a rootstock, usually from a more vigorous or hardy rose variety. The bud is inserted under the bark of the rootstock and securely wrapped to encourage the tissues of the rootstock and scion to grow together. Within a few weeks, the bud starts to grow into a new plant, genetically identical to the Peace Rose from which it was taken. Careful attention to moisture and temperature is important during the initial growth period to ensure the success of the budding process.