Velvety deep burgundy petals with a golden‑yellow reverse, producing a strong contrasting bicolour effect. - hybrid tea rose - mild, yet noticeable-scented rose - fragrance description not available
– Striking burgundy and yellow bicolour blooms.
– Elegant high‑centred, cut‑rose style flowers.
– Reliable, abundant repeat flowering habit.
– Good heat and drought tolerance in summer.
– Hardy to around −23 °C, suitable for cold sites.
– Special feature: Awarded at Rose Hills International Rose Trials for garden performance.
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EDDY MITCHELL® – burgundy-yellow quilled-petal hybrid tea rose - Meilland
This distinctive hybrid tea brings together velvety burgundy blooms with a sunny yellow reverse for a dramatic contrast that reads beautifully in classic British front gardens and small borders. Its upright habit and dense, dark foliage make it a natural choice where you want a single, impressive specimen or a short flowering line by a path or drive. Large, high-centred flowers on strong stems lend reliable cutting value for the house, while remontant, abundant repeat flowering keeps colour coming through the season with only moderate deadheading. Tolerant of heat and summer dry spells when watered regularly, it copes well with exposed sites where good air movement helps against humidity-related problems. Own-root, pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre plants arrive already well established, forming a stable bush that matures steadily over the years for long-term longevity and dependable structure. In ordinary family gardens you can expect roots to build in the first season, strong new shoots in the second, and full ornamental value by the third development year, with scope to fit both neat and more relaxed borders without complicated care.
Shiny, dark green foliage with a clear light reflection.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front garden focal point
The strong bicolour effect and upright hybrid tea form make an immediate statement beside a front door, gate or path. One or three plants give a purposeful, tidy look that suits small plots and busy owners who want impact without complex planting schemes, ideal for the beginner.
Mixed cottage-style border
Its dark, glossy foliage and tall, elegant blooms thread easily among perennials like bee balm or ornamental grasses, adding height and structure without visually overpowering the bed. Repeat flowering brings rhythm through summer, supporting relaxed cottage schemes for the style-conscious homeowner.
Small ornamental bed by the house
A short row or small group of three to five plants creates a simple, coherent bed that is easy to weed and maintain. Regular, abundant flowering rewards basic care, with only occasional pest checks needed, making it suitable for those who prefer straightforward tasks, such as the urbanite.
Specimen rose in lawn or gravel
Planted alone in a cut-out circle in lawn or a gravel pocket, the rose’s neat, upright bush and showy blooms read as a clear focal feature. Own-root growth ensures it gradually builds presence and recovers well after pruning, appealing to the long-term planning gardener.
Cutting corner near patio or path
The large, high-centred blooms on reasonably strong stems are well suited for cutting for vases, encouraging you to enjoy the flowers both outdoors and indoors. Moderate fragrance and strong colour hold well in arrangements, a good choice for the aesthetically minded collector.
Low informal hedge or edging
Planted at recommended distances, the upright habit and dense foliage form a low, season-long flowering line for edging drives or paths. With only moderate pruning flexibility required, it can be kept neat with a once-yearly cut-back, useful for time-pressed families.
Large container on terrace or balcony
In a generous 40–50 litre container with good drainage, the variety’s compact spread and vertical growth deliver a smart presence on terraces. Regular watering keeps it content even in exposed, sun-baked positions with good air movement, convenient for the busy city-dweller.
Small rose group in challenging sites
Groups of three or five plants cope reliably in ordinary garden soils where summers can be warm and breezy, benefiting from sites that handle strong winds and reduce fungal pressure naturally. Remontant flowering provides steady colour with moderate care, reassuring for the cautious beginner.
Styling ideas
Doorway Drama – position a single plant in a circular bed by the front door, underplant with low silver foliage like Stachys for contrast – for style-led homeowners who want instant entrance impact
Cottage Trio – group three roses with bee balm and catmint, letting the burgundy blooms rise above airy blues and reds – for cottage-garden enthusiasts seeking relaxed, repeating colour
Gravel Accent – plant as a specimen in pale gravel with a few compact grasses to highlight its dark foliage and bicolour flowers – for minimal-maintenance gardeners favouring clean lines
Patio Showcase – grow one plant in a 50-litre terracotta pot, flanked by herbs in smaller containers, to enjoy flowers up close – for balcony and patio users with limited ground space
Low Hedge Line – create a short edging run along a drive, interspersed with low evergreen box balls for winter structure – for families wanting order and seasonal interest with simple care
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Hybrid tea rose, registered as MEIrysett, marketed as Eddy Mitchell® Hybrid tea rose MEIrysett; ARS exhibition name Garden Director Bartje Miller for show purposes.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Alain Meilland, Meilland International, France, from ('Madame A. Meilland' × 'Yakimour') × 'Épidor'; introduced and registered in 2008 as a modern hybrid tea variety.
Awards and recognition
Received a First Season Certificate of Merit in 2011 at the Rose Hills International Rose Trials, indicating promising garden and show performance under trial conditions.
Growth and structural characteristics
Upright hybrid tea bush reaching about 70–100 cm in height and 60–90 cm spread, moderately thorny, with dense, dark green, glossy foliage providing good structural presence in beds or as a specimen.
Flower morphology
Large, double, high-centred hybrid tea blooms with 26–39 petals, usually borne singly on stems; flowers classically shaped and well suited for cutting and exhibition, with abundant repeat flowering throughout the season.
Colour data and phenology
Velvety deep burgundy petals with golden-yellow reverse (RHS 183A outer, 14B inner); colour holds well, fading slightly to purplish tones with a bronzed reverse, retaining strong bicolour contrast even in warm weather.
Fragrance and aroma
Fragrance is mild but noticeable at close range, offering a gentle rose scent rather than a strong perfume; primarily grown for its visual impact rather than as a highly scented variety for fragrance-focused collections.
Hip characteristics
Hip set is generally sparse due to double blooms and regular deadheading; occasional small, ovoid red hips 8–12 mm may form, but they have limited ornamental presence and usually play little role in garden display.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Hardy to approximately -23 to -21 °C (RHS H7, USDA 6a, Swedish zone 3); disease resistance is moderate to powdery mildew, black spot and rust, benefiting from good air circulation and basic preventative care.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in sunny positions with moist, well-drained soil; plant 50–55 cm apart in beds, or 90 cm as a specimen. Maintenance is medium, requiring deadheading, occasional pest control, and regular watering in dry spells.
EDDY MITCHELL® MEIrysett offers dramatic bicolour blooms, reliable repeat flowering and adaptable upright growth on a durable own-root plant, making it a thoughtful choice for long-lived, easy-care family gardens.
Pollinator Attraction:
Highly double, high‑centred blooms have poorly accessible stamens, so the variety only moderately attracts pollinators.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Double, high-centred blooms partially conceal the stamens, so it only moderately attracts pollinators and is primarily an ornamental variety.
Hip Comment:
Hip formation is expected to be sparse due to the double flowers and regular pruning; occasionally producing ovoid, red (RHS 44A) hips 8–12 mm in diameter.
Our product is a rose grown with pharmaROSA®’s unique cultivation technology!
2-litre, own-root, potted rose.
With a shoot system appropriate to the season.
With a root system that thoroughly permeates the growing medium.
Quality compliant with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
Supplied in unique packaging that prevents damage.
Can be planted during frost-free periods.
True-to-variety rose bush with a unique identifier.
The pharmaROSA® own-root potted rose is a well-rooted plant that supports reliable establishment when planted and cared for properly, so it can be planted whenever the soil is not frozen.
Crop overview: several varieties and growth stages in a short crop section.Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.Root system: demonstration of a vigorous root system permeating the growing medium, by removing the pot.Balance: mature plant with root system and shoots in harmony with each other.
Information about the videos
The video series is not a “seasonal showcase”; it illustrates the essence of pharmaROSA® own-root cultivation in a tangible way: how the plant is built up, what the root system is like and how the shoot system regenerates. The recordings were therefore made at different times and with plants at various stages of development, so mixed foliage levels and differing stages of growth may appear in the videos. They are not a ‘sample’ of the batch dispatched, but a visual explanation of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose available to order — typical for the given period and similar to what you can expect to receive in the parcel — is shown in the upper part of the product page.
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Company details
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