MEIguimov · Sweet Pretty · ground-cover rose dedicated to the Paris Observatory.
Almost continuous from spring until the frosts. Months are approximate, for the climate of Ukraine.
Light, almost absent —.
Small, dark green, glossy, very dense.
Soft pink with a creamy centre; the edge slightly lighter
Not a finished plan, but directions
Astronomia looks light thanks to its single pink flowers and open golden-red stamens. Choose the neighbouring rose so as to keep this lightness, rather than overwhelm it with large, heavy blooms.
A milky-cream rose creates a light base and highlights the single flower form of Astronomia by contrast with double blooms.
A lower rose with small pink rosettes supports the colour and creates a different scale without drawing attention from the main variety.
Choose a cool smoky-lilac depth or a warm honey-amber echo of the golden centre; both options together are not essential.
Companions form a low edge; lavender and catmint like drier sun, heuchera prefers a cooler edge.
Do not surround Astronomia with several tall large-flowered roses in intense colours: its delicate pink 'stars' will get lost among them.
Where to plant. In masses, in borders, along paths, on slopes or in a low hedge. The compact bush is convenient for the front of the border. Conditions: sun, well-drained soil and room for a bush of about 60 × 60 cm. Wintering in Ukraine: in the south and in sheltered spots protect the base of the young bush; in the central, northern and eastern regions add a light, breathable cover after a spell of hard frost.
Astronomia is dedicated to the Paris Observatory; the simple five-petalled flower with red stamens resembles a star. The Meilland variety has the registration name MEIguimov and was introduced in the early 2000s; official synonyms include Sweet Pretty. In 2005 Astronomia received Rose of the Year at Bagatelle and gold medals in several international trials; in 2012 — the Piaget Rose Trophy in Monaco.
Almost continuous from spring until the frosts.
About 60 cm tall, about 60 cm wide.
Sun; suitable for massed plantings, borders and well-lit front-of-border positions.
Light, almost absent —.
