Ht/Rg Oklahoma Rose
Short overview
Ht/Rg Oklahoma Rose is a rose cultivar classified between hybrid tea and grandiflora types, well known for its very dark red blooms and strong fragrance. It is widely grown for its dramatic flower color, classic form, and suitability for garden display and cutting.
Key characteristics
- Plant type: Hybrid tea / grandiflora rose (Rosa cultivar)
- Flower color: Very deep red to velvety crimson (color intensity may vary with climate and light)
- Bloom form: Large, high-centered double blooms, borne singly or in small clusters
- Fragrance: Strong fragrance, often described as rich and sweet
- Foliage: Dark green, pinnate leaves typical of hybrid tea and grandiflora roses
- Growth habit: Upright, vigorous, well-branched shrub
- Mature size: Typically around 1.2–1.5 m (4–5 ft) tall and about 1.2 m (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 support healthy growth and repeat flowering
Note: Flower darkness, fragrance intensity, bloom size, and overall plant performance may vary depending on climate, soil conditions, and cultivation practices.