• 20203

Hybrid Tea.
Registration name: 20203
Exhibition name: Imperial Red

Bred by Sourav Mitra (India, 2020).

Hybrid Tea.  

Imperial red that shows a deep carmine pink tone in hot weather. The petal tips have a dark spot which gives a character to the bloom..  Mild to strong, old rose fragrance.  40 to 50 petals.  Average diameter 5".  Large, very full (41+ petals), borne mostly solitary, classic hybrid tea, exhibition, high-centered, spiral centers bloom form.  Prolific, blooms in flushes throughout the season.  Large, pointed, ovoid buds.  

Armed with thorns / prickles, bushy, compact, well-branched.  Medium, semi-glossy, dark green, maroon highlights , wavy or ruffled foliage.  

Height: 4' to 5' (120 to 150cm).  Width: 3' to 5' (90 to 150cm).

USDA zone 7b through 11.  Can be used for beds and borders, container rose, cut flower or exhibition.  Very vigorous.  heat tolerant.  prefers full sun.  prefers warmer sites.  Disease susceptibility: disease resistant, blackspot resistant, mildew resistant.  

The plant is very easy growing and branches very well and is ideal to be grown in pots & containers. The flowers are moderately scented and lasts more than 8-10 days in winter.