About Traviata® Hybrid Tea Rose Rosa ‘MEIlavio’ Traviata® Traviata® is a head-turning Hybrid Tea from Meilland (France), introduced in the U.S. by Star® Roses & Plants in 1997. This rose dazzles with deep red, fully double quartered blooms—each floret reminiscent of old-world charm yet blooming continuously from summer into late autumn. With its lush dark foliage and reliable disease resistance, Traviata® is as timeless as its operatic namesake. 💐 Plant & Flower Traits 🌹 Rose Type: Hybrid Tea 🧬 Breeder: Meilland® (France, pre-1997) 🏢 Introduced By: Star® Roses & Plants (USA, 1997) 🎨 Color: Dark red with a darker reverse 🌸 Petal Count: ~100–110 petals 💠 Bloom Form: Fully double, globular, quartered 📏 Bloom Size: ~3–3.5″ 🔁 Flowering: Repeats from early summer through late fall 🧴 Fragrance: Mild or slight 🏺 Vase Life: Excellent — classic long-stemmed beauty 🏆 Awards: Monza Silver Medal (1997) 🏡 Growth & Garden Habits 🌿 Growth Type: Upright, bushy shrub ☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun ❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 6–10 (Zone 5 requires winter protection of the bud union) 📐 Spacing: ~3–4′ ↕️ Height: ~3–4′ ↔️ Width: ~4–5′ 🛡️ Health & Suitability 🌱 Rootstock: Budded 💪 Disease Resistance: Excellent — bold and reliable 🌞 Heat & Cool Adaptation: Thrives from summer heat to mild winters 🌎 Regional Recommendations: Southwest • Deep South • Southeast • Mid‑Atlantic • Midwest • Northeast • Pacific Northwest