Rosa "prima donna" - one of the brightest representatives of the family Rosaceae. This variety belongs to a variety of tea-hybrid roses, the main characteristic of which is the high quality of flowers. Representatives of this species have an ideal bud shape, have wonderful aromas and delicate colors.
Of all the roses , tea-hybrid varieties can rightfully be called the peak of perfection. Due to the magnificent appearance of plants and their indescribable beauty, roses received the symbolic title “Queen of Flowers”.
Rosa "prima donna": variety description
This is a two-year-old tall plant. Bush sizes:
- width - from 60 cm;
- height - up to 120 cm.
Rose has a delicate, almost neutral aroma. In the bud there are 20-25 petals of a bright apricot hue with light delicate pink tones. The edges of the flower are somewhat loose. Petals have a terry texture.
Rosa "prima donna" tolerates temperature fluctuations, it is not afraid of hot days and autumn frosts, although it is recommended to warm the flower in winter. Also, the plant is resistant to various diseases.
The flowering is repeated and plentiful. In this rose, the middle of the bud is never revealed. The bush blooms with peculiar waves. When opened, the flower reaches 9 cm in diameter.
How to care for a rose?
The flower is great for cutting, so many gardeners prefer to grow it in their areas.
Planting of seedlings occurs in mid-spring. Young shoots are planted so that the vaccination site is several centimeters below the topsoil.
For the correct formation of the bush, it is very important to trim. This procedure is done 3 times a year: in the spring, summer and autumn. Particularly important is spring pruning.
Rosa "prima donna" prefers loamy soils and sunlight. It does not tolerate drafts, so you need to plant a flower in places protected from the wind.
For better growth and flowering, organic fertilizers are used. Watering should be plentiful. By the arrival of winter, the plant needs to be prepared. Pruning and sheltering, otherwise the prima donna rose may die.
Varieties of tea hybrid roses in delicate shades
Among the huge variety of tea-hybrid varieties, it is worth noting roses that have delicate shades. Here is some of them:
- Bella Pearl
- "axiana";
- Bella Vita
- Malibu
- "blush";
- cherry brandy.
Each of these varieties is unique in its own way. Which rose to choose for growing in the garden, depends solely on the characteristics of taste.