Shrubs

Rosa 'Meigalpio'

Red Drift® groundcover rose

Red Drift® groundcover rose ('Meigalpio'), flowers and buds. Photo: T.Kiya / Flickr, CC BY-SA 2.0

Clusters of small red flowers stand out against green foliage on a low, spreading plant. This repeat-flowering groundcover rose adds strong color without the height of a traditional rose hedge. Let its branches soften a sunny border or drape over a low wall.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun
Mature size: 18 in. tall × 2.5 ft. wide
Water: Water deeply at the base; keep watered during establishment
Hardiness: USDA zones 4–11
Bloom: Red; spring to frost

Sizes & prices

#3$39.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Deer: Not deer resistant; protect from browsing.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Seasonal interest

Foliage: Deciduous.

Growing & care

Pruning: Cut back to 6–8 inches in late winter or early spring as new shoots begin to appear.
Deadheading: Optional; repeat bloom does not require it.

Sources & photo credits

Star Roses and Plants

Drift Roses

Photo: T.Kiya / Flickr, CC BY-SA 2.0; resized from the source-provided 1024-pixel image without enlargement. · CC BY-SA 2.0

Image notes: Red Drift® groundcover rose ('Meigalpio'), flowers and buds. Photo: T.Kiya / Flickr, CC BY-SA 2.0; resized from the source-provided image without enlargement.

Reviewed September 21, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.