About Julio Iglesias™ Potted Rose Bush

Rosa ‘MEIstroika’ Julio Iglesias™

Julio Iglesias™ is a hybrid tea rose bred by Meilland (France) and introduced in 2004. Its large, double blooms are cream to yellow, boldly striped and splashed with vivid red, making each flower unique. With a strong citrus and verbena fragrance, it’s one of the most striking striped hybrid teas. Upright and vigorous, it flowers repeatedly through the season on glossy green foliage.

💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: Hybrid Tea
🧬 Breeder: Meilland (France)
🏢 Introduced By: Meilland / Star® Roses & Plants
🎨 Color: Cream to yellow with bold red stripes and splashes
🌸 Petal Count: ~35–40 petals
💠 Bloom Form: Very full, double
📏 Bloom Size: ~4–5″ (10–12 cm) across
🔁 Flowering: Repeat blooming, spring through fall
🏺 Vase Life: Excellent for cutting
🧴 Fragrance: Strong, citrusy and verbena-like

🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌿 Growth Type: Upright, bushy shrub with vigorous growth
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 6–9
📐 Spacing: ~2–3 ft (60–90 cm)
↕️ Height: ~3–4 ft (90–120 cm)
↔️ Width: ~2–3 ft (60–90 cm)

🛡️ Health & Suitability
💪 Disease Resistance: Good overall, especially with proper care and air circulation
🌎 Regional Recommendations: Performs well in Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, Southeast, West Coast, and Pacific Northwest