Long conical buds unfurl slowly to creamy white high-centered flowers with just a hint of red on the outer petals. As the flowers mature the red coloring grows, especially in hot climates. The change in color is due to effect of ultraviolet light on the pigment in the petals and varies from flower to flower depending on light and temperature. Plants grown in greenhouses are all white due to the lack of ultraviolet light. The flowers are up to 5″ across and are usually carried singly on long strong, prickly stems so are excellent in the vase. The large matte green leaves are carried on upright plants that are bushier than the average Hybrid Tea. Although the plants are vigorous they are susceptible to mildew and blackspot.
Type: Hybrid Tea
Origin: Swim & Ellis, US, 1977
Parentage: ‘Granada’ x ‘Garden Party’
Flower Size:5″
Petal Count: Up to 30
Scent: Strong, spicy and sweet
Flowering: Flushes throughout summer
Plant Size: 3-5′ x 2-5′
Hardiness: Zones 5-9
ARS Rating: 8.3
Awards:
Baden-Baden GM 1976
Rome GM 1976
AARS 1977
World’s Favorite Rose 1985
Gamble FA 1986
Photo Credit: Arashiyama, Wikipedia
Karen Meyers