Chantal Merieux

Chantal Merieux, Dominique Massad for the house of Guillot 1999

Modern shrub /Generosa collection

A quite stunning rose in all aspect. Cupped, old fashioned, pink blooms in clusters. Very lush and beautiful. Good strong anise /Lemon /honey fragrance. Growth is bushy and vigorous. Can reach 100X70 cm.

Perfect for border and pots. Reblooming skills are excellent, it's almost perpetual in summer and autumn

It's disease resistant is top notch with incredible resistance against blackspot, mildew and rust.

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Shade tolerant? No

Rain tolerant? Yes

USDA 6b to 9b

Dirk's opinion:

I yet have to find a rose from Dominique Massad that isn't excellent. This Chantal Merieux reminds me of the early DA roses like Wife of Bath and pretty Jessica but with far better growth and disease resistance.

I find her adorable! Definitely recommended