Color Cocktail™ Shrub Rose

Rosa x 'Meilowmye'

Nature Hills Nursery

Bi-Color Blooms Transform from Sunny Yellow to Candy Cane Pink as Flowers Age
Thrives in Zones 5-9
Grows 2-3 ft Tall and Wide
Sweetly Fragrant Flowers
Great Choice for Hedge in Cottage Gardens

$83⁹²

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

Sunlight: Give your rose at least six hours of direct sun daily to ensure the most vibrant color transitions and a heavy set of buds. While it can handle partial shade, the flower production will drop and the stems may become leggy as they reach for the light.
Soil: Aim for well-drained soil rich in organic matter. If you are dealing with heavy clay, mix in some compost or plant in a raised mound to keep the roots from sitting in soggy conditions.

Watering Requirements

During the first year, water your shrub rose two or three times a week to help the root system get established. Once mature, provide about one inch of water per week, focusing the moisture at the base of the plant to keep the leaves dry. Inconsistent watering often leads to smaller blooms and can cause the plant to drop its lower leaves as a stress response.

Pruning Tips

This rose blooms on new wood, so the best time for a trim is in late winter or very early spring before the buds break. Think of it like a haircut that stimulates a growth spurt by cutting the plant back by about one third of its height. This technique removes old, unproductive stems and makes room for the fresh, vigorous branches that will carry this season's flowers.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow-release rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first big flush of flowers. Avoid using high-nitrogen fertilizers late in the summer because they encourage soft, green growth that does not have time to harden off before the first frost. This late-season growth is easily damaged by winter cold and can compromise the health of the entire shrub.

Delivery and Shipping

Preorder Shipping Schedule

We ship your plants when it's safe to transport them to your zone. Dates are estimated and subject to weather delays.

Zone 3-4	Week of March 30th
Zone 5	Week of March 16th
Zone 6-12	Week of March 2nd

Shipping Rates

Ships in 7-10 business days • Tracking provided • Weather protected

Under $50	$9.99
$50 - $99.99	$14.99
$100 - $149.99	$16.99
$150 - $198.99	$24.99
$199+	FREE

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Understanding Our Container Sizes

At Nature Hills, our plants are sold in industry-standard nursery containers. You will notice we use the word "container" rather than "gallon." Container numbers follow a nursery trade size standard, not liquid volume. The number tells you the plant's size category and general maturity level. A larger container means a more established plant with a stronger root system.

Container Sizes

Quart

Plant age: 6 months to 1 year
Best for: Ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses
What to expect: Our smallest and most affordable size. Well-suited for planting in multiples across a large area. Allow 1 to 2 seasons for full establishment.

#1 Container

Plant age: 1 to 2 years
Best for: Shrubs, perennials, smaller trees
What to expect: About the size of a large coffee can. A well-developed root system in a manageable size. Good value choice when you have time to let the plant grow into the space over a season or two.

#2 Container

Plant age: 2 to 3 years
Best for: Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment
What to expect: A noticeable step up from a #1 in both plant size and root development. Good choice when you want visible presence without going to a larger size.

#3 Container

Plant age: 3 to 4 years
Best for: Most plants, most situations — flowering trees, shade trees, evergreen shrubs
What to expect: Our most popular size. Strong, developed root system. Plants in a #3 container make an immediate visual impact from day one. If you want a head start rather than waiting seasons for a plant to fill in, this is typically the right choice.

#5 Container and Larger

Plant age: 4 to 5+ years
Best for: Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact
What to expect: Large, mature plants ready to make an immediate statement in your landscape. We also carry #7 and larger sizes for select varieties.

Why "Container" and Not "Gallon"?

Nursery container sizes follow an industry trade standard established for the nursery and horticulture industry. The number is a size designation, not a measurement of liquid volume. Actual soil volume varies by plant type, root mass, and growing medium. Using "container" is the accurate industry term. When you see #1, #2, or #3, think of it as the plant's size tier, not a gallon measurement.

Root Pouch Containers

Some Nature Hills plants arrive in a Root Pouch, a breathable fabric container made from 100% recycled materials. Root Pouches encourage denser root development through air pruning, which discourages root circling and promotes a stronger, more fibrous root ball at the time of planting.

Plants growing in Root Pouch fabric containers, showing the breathable woven fabric construction

There are two types. Knowing which one you have changes how you plant:

Degradable (brown or tan fabric): Plant the entire pouch directly in the ground. The fabric breaks down naturally in the soil over time.
Non-degradable (black or gray fabric): Remove the pouch before planting. Cut the bottom open with scissors, then peel the sides away. The fibrous root ball will hold its shape.

Not sure which type you have? Check the tag on your plant or contact us and we will confirm.

Full Root Pouch planting guide

Choosing the Right Size

Size	Plant Age	Best For
Quart	6 mo to 1 yr	Ground covers, perennials, grasses. Budget-friendly for mass plantings.
#1 Container	1 to 2 yrs	Shrubs, perennials, small trees. Value choice for patient gardeners.
#2 Container	2 to 3 yrs	Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment.
#3 Container	3 to 4 yrs	Most plants. Immediate visual impact. Our most popular size.
#5 and larger	4+ yrs	Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact.

Still not sure which size is right for your project? Our plant specialists are happy to help. Contact us and we will point you in the right direction.

Can't decide which color Rose is your favorite? Well, now you don't have to choose! Get the best of friendly yellow and sugar-sweet pink with Color Cocktail™ Shrub Rose bush (Rosa 'Meilowmye'). This strong blooming compact Shrub Rose is wildly free-flowering over the summer and into fall!

Enjoy many lavish clusters of buds that open yellow and quickly morph to pink as the flowers age. You won't believe your eyes! There are even hints of white in this pretty color mix! Turn your landscape into a party with the multi-tonal hues of this modern cultivar. All the colors are invited, and a compact habit makes it easy to fit into your existing plantings.

They are also blissfully easy to grow. Watch as the word gets out to the local population of essential pollinators - Butterflies can't resist their nectar, hummingbirds zip in and bees will buzz about. The flowering show lasts for months each year much to their, and your delight! Grow several, and you'll always have plenty to snip for outstanding flower bouquets indoors.

The Color Cocktail™ Landscaping Shrub Rose has dark green leaves that are disease-resistant. Tuck some of the textured, glossy foliage into your arrangements to fill and support the showy blooms. Get ready to accept all the rave reviews from your friends and neighbors with these easy-to-care-for, hardy Rose shrubs today!

Planting and Application:

Keep them in deep containers with good drainage to uplift the look of your balcony, patio, or deck. Plant several in a large outdoor container to showcase their charming colorway. Roses can live for many, many years with adequate hydration in a well-drained pot. Flank either side of your front door with a pair of containers. Or, use one to highlight the entrance to a planned garden path.

This is an easy choice to repeat along your porch or pool deck, out of the way of foot traffic. Gain a fun backdrop for very little work, and enjoy it year after year! Run a happy edging of Color Cocktail™ Roses along your front walkway. Give at least two feet of room from the center of the plant to the edge of the sidewalk to avoid snags.

They'll brighten up sunny areas that need a little "oomph". Take a look around your home to see where you could use a perky low hedge to bring structure and color. If you're searching for a meaningful gift, why not select Color Cocktail Rose? It makes a thoughtful way to remind someone of your love, season after season!

For the same cost as a long-stemmed bouquet...you can grow your own blooms at home. This extraordinary Rose deserves a high-profile position in your patio plantings!

Create a unique, multi-colored look that is breathtaking with a mass planting of this hard-working Shrub Rose. Space them 12 inches apart in rows; staggering additional rows behind in a zigzagging pattern for a fast fill.

Gorgeous Mix of Colors on Each Plant - Buds Open Yellow, Then Age to Pink!
Beautiful Summer Blooms are Fully Double & Free Flowering
Sweet Fragrance & Butterflies Appreciate the Nectar
Lovely Cut Flowers & Compact, Upright Form
Specimen, Landscape Shrub Rose, Containers, Gifts & Small Space Gardens

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Site selection is actually the most important part of planting Roses, so plant Color Cocktail™ Rose in full sun with good air circulation. The morning sun is best to dry the leaves of dew, but Roses need at least six or more hours of direct sun. Disease-resistant, Color Cocktail™ Rose won't need much ongoing care. However, you'll want to spend time giving your Rose the best site to grow.

Shrub Roses like to have a consistent amount of hydration, but their roots can't tolerate growing in standing water. Give a moderate amount of water regularly. You'll want to mulch the root system but pull it away from directly touching the stems. Roses are hungry and need a good slow-release fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer. Use a formula for flowering plants for the best results.

Make sure you choose a site with well-drained soil. Add extra soil to create a planting mound or raised bed, if you see puddles a long time after a rain. Or, keep them in containers to improve your drainage. Use Nature Hills Root Booster when planting. This highly recommended formula contains symbiotic ingredients that support the feeder roots, and it never wears out!

Prune Color Cocktail™ Rose down to six inches in early spring. The blooms occur each year on new growth from the base of the plant. Be sure to rake up all the fallen leaf litter in late fall. Bag and dispose of Rose leaves for good hygiene.

Read all you need about Rose pruning Roses Here, and about winterizing your Roses Here and un-wintering Roses in Spring in our #ProPlantTips Garden Blog!

Full Sun
Consistent Moisture & Fertilization
Requires Well-Drained Organically Enriched Soil
Prune Early Spring
Healthy, Disease Resistant Foliage

Hurry to place your order for the multi-color and free-flowering Color Cocktail Rose from our flowering Rose experts at Nature Hills today! Get the color and beauty you crave without a rigorous spray schedule!

Order Color Cocktail Rose today, and we'll ship it when the time is right for planting in your area. Track your package all the way to your doorstep. Open the box, and give your new plant a nice long drink before you plant it. Enjoy!

Botanical Name

Rosa x 'Meilowmye'
Class

Magnoliopsida, Rosales
Species

x
Cultivar

Meilowmye
Growing Zones

5-9
Height

2-3 ft
Width

2-3 ft
Sunlight

Full sun
Growth Rate

Moderate
Flower Color

Pink
Leaf Color

Green
Fragrant

Yes
Bloom Period

Late Spring, Early Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, Late Fall
Does Not Ship To

AK, HI, ID, MT, PR

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Frequently Asked Questions

What USDA hardiness zones is the Color Cocktail™ Shrub Rose suitable for?

The Color Cocktail™ Shrub Rose thrives in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This hardy rose handles cold winters well while providing months of blooms from summer through fall. Plant in well-draining soil with full sun for best flowering performance.

Is this rose considered low maintenance or does it require frequent care?

Color Cocktail™ is considered low maintenance with disease-resistant foliage and easy-care requirements. This hardy shrub rose blooms continuously from summer into fall without frequent intervention. Simply provide good drainage and adequate water for years of reliable performance available at naturehills.com.

How fast does the Color Cocktail™ Rose grow each year?

Color Cocktail™ Rose has a moderate growth rate typical of compact shrub roses, reaching its mature size within 2-3 growing seasons. This variety focuses energy on prolific blooming rather than rapid expansion. Plant in spring after frost danger passes and expect steady establishment with abundant flowers by the second year.

Is the Color Cocktail™ Rose deer resistant?

The Color Cocktail™ Rose is not specifically bred for deer resistance, though most roses face some browsing pressure from deer. This shrub rose's compact habit and thorny stems may provide some natural deterrent. For best protection in deer-heavy areas, consider companion planting with deer-resistant perennials or using physical barriers.

Does this rose need regular pruning and fertilizing?

Color Cocktail™ roses are low-maintenance and don't require intensive pruning or feeding schedules. Light spring pruning to remove dead wood and occasional fertilizing will keep them blooming strongly from summer through fall. Shop at Nature Hills for this easy-care variety.

How long after planting will I see the first blooms?

Color Cocktail™ roses typically bloom within 6-8 weeks of spring planting when established. This free-flowering shrub produces continuous blooms from summer through fall once it gets going. Plant in spring after last frost for best first-year flowering performance.