By Marilyn Syarto
06.06.2023 - 19:56 / gardenerspath.com / Kristine Lofgren
Get to Know Meilland International and Some of Their Best RosesRoses are one of the most commonly cultivated and extensively managed plants in the world.
There are hundreds of registered hybrids and cultivars already and new ones are coming to the market all the time.
Countless unregistered beauties are hanging out in the backyards of passionate rosarians across the world as well, just waiting to be discovered.
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Sometimes, it’s those humble hidden gems that become global sensations.
Consider ‘Perle d’Or,’ a pretty pink and cream flower that was bred in the mid-1800s. It helped launch the storied House of Meilland, one of the largest rose breeding organizations in the world.
Whether you’ve heard of this global brand before or you’re new to Meilland, you’ll be an expert in no time. We’re going to talk about their history, the modern-day company, and some of their most fantastic plants.
Here’s what we’ll chat about:
It’s easy to get lost in the intricacies of the rose world.
There are so many things to know and so many people breeding excellent options out there. By the time you’re finished reading this guide, you’ll be that much more informed!
What Is the House of Meilland?Meilland Roses International, also called the House of Meilland, is a company based in France that includes several sub-brands.
The company was founded by rosarian Joseph Rambaux in the 1850s in Lyon, France. He started breeding roses and found success with ‘Perle d’Or,’ French for “golden pearl,” a polyantha with golden pink and cream petals that is still popular today.
After he passed, his wife and son-in-law continued his legacy.
At the conclusion of
By Marilyn Syarto
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