PAUL RICARD – amber-yellow hybrid tea rose - Mouchotte
Imagine turning into your front garden after summer rain and being met by tall, elegant stems of amber blooms, their strong, spicy, aniseed fragrance floating above wet paving like a fine perfume. PAUL RICARD is a classic hybrid tea rose reimagined for today’s smaller, sustainable spaces, giving you generous cut flowers from an own-root plant that is bred to last and regenerate steadily over the years. In a narrow London terrace front garden or balcony container of at least 40–50 litres, its upright habit makes it easy to place among grasses and perennials for a soft, “girly” look, while careful watering helps it cope well with blustery, wet spells and heavier soils often found in British family plots. As roots establish in the first year, stems strengthen in the second and a full, richly scented display follows in the third, providing a long-term investment in your outdoor space. Choose it if you value characterful colour, memorable moments and the reassuring rhythm of a rose that rewards a little regular care.
Usage options
| Target area | Reasoning |
|---|
| Front garden feature rose |
Its upright hybrid tea form and XL, high‑centred blooms create an immediate focal point beside a path or gate, ideal where you want a single, elegant statement rose that still feels welcoming for beginners |
| Cut-flower corner in a family garden |
Long, straight stems and very full, exhibition‑style flowers make this an excellent choice for home cutting, bringing its strong, spicy, aniseed scent indoors and adding value to compact gardens for homeowners |
| Own-root long-term specimen |
Supplied on its own roots, it can regenerate from the base after harsh pruning or winter damage, maintaining shape and colour reliably over many years with consistent performance for busy |
| Balcony or terrace container (40–50 L+) |
Grows happily in a deep, 40–50 litre or larger container where soil and watering can be controlled, making it suitable for paved, rainwater‑managed urban settings with limited planting pockets for urbanites |
| Sunny mixed rose and perennial bed |
Best in full sun, it partners well with airy, pollinator‑friendly perennials that mask its weaker self‑cleaning and provide gentle support, giving a lush, romantic effect even in modest spaces for hobbyists |
| Sheltered, high-impact entrance planting |
Close to a doorway or path, its strong perfume and warm amber tones are most appreciated, while shelter reduces disease pressure and helps manage wet, windy spells typical of many UK plots for visitors |
| Collector’s hybrid tea row |
Award‑winning exhibition parentage and classic form make it attractive for enthusiasts who enjoy tending and showing roses, accepting the higher disease‑management needs for a distinctive bloom for collectors |
| Structured hedge or short row |
Regular, upright growth and dense foliage allow planting as a low, scented hedge; own‑root plants give a stable line that can be rejuvenated by harder pruning over time, rewarding thoughtful planning for planners |
Styling ideas
- Terrace-Showstopper – Position one plant in a large 50–60 litre pot by the front door, underplanted with soft lavender for colour contrast and a layered scent experience – ideal for busy urbanites.
- Romantic-Row – Create a short, low hedge along a path at 40 cm spacing, edging with Nepeta or dwarf sage to blur the lines and soften the structure – perfect for hobby gardeners.
- Cutting-Patch – Dedicate a sunny strip for three to five plants, backed by tall garden phlox, to ensure a steady supply of strongly scented stems for the house – suited to creative flower arrangers.
- Pastel-Mosaic – Combine with white feverfew and pale Coreopsis in a small front bed for a light, “girly” pastel mix that still carries a sophisticated perfume – appealing to style-conscious homeowners.
- Balcony-Boudoir – In a single large container, pair with trailing thyme and ornamental grasses for texture, allowing the amber blooms to read as the “accent perfume bottle” of the space – great for compact-city gardeners.
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter | Data |
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| Name and registration |
Hybrid tea rose, registered as MEInivoz, marketed as Paul Ricard PERFUMELLA MEInivoz; ARS exhibition name Paul Ricard; collection PERFUMELLA, exhibition hybrid tea type. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Jacques Mouchotte for Meilland International, France, from ('Hidalgo' × 'Mischief') × 'Ambassador'; bred 1988, introduced and registered internationally in 1993. |
| Awards and recognition |
Recognised in European trials: Rome Gold Medal 1990, The Hague Certificate 1990, Saverne Silver Medal 1990 and Lyon Prestige de la Rose Award 1991 for flower quality and fragrance. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Upright, bushy plant reaching about 85–115 cm high and 50–75 cm wide, with dense, mid‑green, slightly glossy foliage and a moderately prickly framework suitable for structured planting. |
| Flower morphology |
Very full, XL blooms with more than 40 petals, solitary and high‑centred on long stems; classic pointed hybrid tea buds, remontant with a generous second flush in suitable conditions. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Warm amber‑yellow with ochre tones; buds deep golden ochre, opening to creamy beige‑yellow with peachy edges, softening in strong sun; colour retention moderate with a gentle, elegant fade. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Strong, distinctive perfume with spicy, aniseed notes reminiscent of pastis; fragrance is most noticeable in still, humid air and around paths or seating where blooms are at nose level. |
| Hip characteristics |
Rosehips form only occasionally due to very double flowers; when present they are egg‑shaped, vivid orange‑red and about 12–18 mm across, offering modest late‑season ornamental interest. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Hardy to around −15 to −12 °C (RHS H6, Swedish zone 2, USDA 7b); disease resistance modest, with particular susceptibility to black spot, so regular monitoring and protection are advised. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in full sun with fertile, well‑drained soil; maintain good air flow and follow a protective spray regime. Ideal planting distances: 35–65 cm depending on use, with higher density for mass effects. |
PAUL RICARD PERFUMELLA MEInivoz offers award-winning amber blooms, strong aniseed fragrance and reliable cut flowers on a regenerating own-root plant, making it a thoughtful choice for gardeners who enjoy tending a characterful rose.
