Named for the annual Tournament of Roses festival held on New Year’s Day in Pasadena, California, this Grandiflora rose bears flowers singly or in clusters of 5-7 flowers on long stems. Ovoid, pointed red buds open to high centered, full flowers that have dark pink petals in the center, lighter petals on the edges, with darker petal backs. The upright bushes are prickly, have large, semi-glossy medium green leaves and are highly resistant to blackspot,mildew, and rust. An excellent rose for exhibition or cutting.
Type: Grandiflora
Origin: Warriner, US, 1988
Parentage: Impatient x seedling
Flower Size: 3.5″
Petal Count: 25-30
Scent: Mild, sweet
Flowering: Repeat almost continuously
Plant Size: 2-5′ H x 2-3′ W
Hardiness: Zones 7+
ARS Rating: 8.2
Photo Credit: Anna reg Wikimedia Commons
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Karen Meyers