Ht/Gr Black Baccara Rose
Short overview
Ht/Gr Black Baccara Rose is a renowned rose cultivar classified between hybrid tea and grandiflora types, best known for its exceptionally dark red blooms that can appear nearly black under certain conditions. It is widely grown for its dramatic flower color and elegant, classic bloom form.
Key characteristics
- Plant type: Hybrid tea / grandiflora rose (Rosa cultivar)
- Flower color: Very deep red to near-black burgundy (color intensity influenced by temperature and light)
- Bloom form: Large, high-centered double blooms, sometimes borne singly or in small clusters
- Fragrance: Light fragrance, generally subtle
- Foliage: Dark green to bronze-tinged, pinnate leaves typical of hybrid tea and grandiflora roses
- Growth habit: Upright, well-branched shrub
- Mature size: Typically around 1.2–1.5 m (4–5 ft) tall and 0.9–1.2 m (3–4 ft) wide
- Flowering: Recurrent blooming throughout the growing season
General growing notes
- Light: Performs best in full sun
- Water: Requires regular, consistent watering during active growth
- Soil: Prefers fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
- Care considerations: Routine pruning and standard rose care help maintain plant health and support repeat flowering
Note: Flower darkness, bloom size, and overall plant performance may vary depending on climate, soil conditions, and cultivation practices.