About Desert Sky™ Potted Rose Bush

‘MEIllersroc’  PP 36,170   Desert Sky™

Desert Sky™ is a captivating Floribunda rose that glows with brick-orange blooms infused with mauve and cedar undertones, evoking the depth and warmth of a desert sunset. This compact, bushy plant blooms prolifically from late spring to frost, bringing rich, earthy color to beds, borders, or containers. Its easy-care nature and strong garden performance make it a standout for any climate, from arid heat to temperate summers.

💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: Floribunda Rose
🧬 Breeder: Alain Meilland (France), introduced 2023 by Star Roses & Plants
🎨 Color: Brick-orange with mauve and cedar undertones
🌸 Petal Count: ~30–40 petals
💠 Bloom Form: Medium, full blooms often in small clusters
📏 Bloom Size: ~2.75″ (7 cm) diameter
🔁 Flowering: Repeat blooming from late spring to frost
🏺 Vase Life: Good—holds color and form moderately well
🧴 Fragrance: Mild cinnamon/spice scent

🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌿 Growth Type: Compact, bushy, upright shrub
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 5–11
📐 Spacing: ~2.5 ft (75 cm)
↕️ Height: ~2.5 ft (75 cm)
↔️ Width: ~2.5 ft (75 cm)

🛡️ Health & Suitability

🌱 Rootstock: Own Root
💪 Disease Resistance: Very good—tolerates dry heat and drought conditions

🌎 Regional Recommendations:
Pacific Northwest, Intermountain West, West Coast ,Southwest