Rosa Eternal Flame (Hybrid Tea Rose)

Intensely fragrant, Rosa Eternal Flame is a lovely Hybrid Tea rose with very large, 5 in. across (12 cm), full, classically shaped, high-centered, soft yellow flowers, packed with up to 40 petals that unfold beautifully. Blooming continuously from spring to fall, the luminous blossoms are borne mostly solitary on long stems and exude a strong citrus fragrance. They stand out against the healthy foliage of shiny, dark green leaves. The overall effect is captivating. Bushy and upright, this shrub rose is exceptionally disease resistant.

• Grows up to 4-5 ft. tall (120-150 cm) with a 2-3 ft. spread (60-90 cm).
• An excellent choice for beds and borders or containers. Great cut flowers.
• Best grown in full sun, in rich, fertile with adequate moisture, well-drained soils.
• Spring Pruning: Remove old canes and dead or diseased wood and cut back canes that cross. In warmer climates, cut back the remaining canes by about one-third. In colder areas, you'll probably find you'll have to prune a little more than that.
• Bred by Alain Meilland (1940-….) (France, 2007).