Fra Mei garden rose plant

Fra Mei bears very large, high-centered blooms in creamy ivory washed with the palest pink, opening wide and quartered as they age. The fragrance is strong and fruity with a citrus edge. The plant is tall and upright, typically reaching 5 to 6 feet, with notably good disease resistance and glossy dark foliage. Repeat flowering from early summer to frost. Full sun and well-drained soil. This is a 2–3 year old plant that has already bloomed, so you’re not waiting seasons to see what you’ve got. Growing 9–24″ now with a medium growth rate, it repeats from spring through fall. Plant it where it receives full sun and water frequently — roses reward consistency. Fertilize with rabbit, composted chicken, or horse manure each spring and fall to keep bloom cycles strong. What makes this one worth knowing: it’s self-fertile and genuinely welcomes bees, butterflies, ladybugs, and lacewings, making it a living part of your garden ecosystem rather than just a showpiece. No invasiveness concerns, not toxic to pets or people, and it comes ready to plant with soil included.