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- 1 The best varieties of red roses with photos
- 2 Varieties of red roses for the Moscow region
- 3 Application in landscape design
- 4 Conclusion
Red roses look bright and impressive in any flower garden. Before planting a plant in your summer cottage, you should study the widest range of varieties.
The best varieties of red roses with photos
Red rose varieties are divided into many groups. There are climbing and ground cover, bush and miniature varieties of the crop.
Varieties of red climbing roses
Climbing roses have long flexible shoots that can climb supports.Such varieties are often used to decorate arches, gazebos and facades in landscape design.
Flamentanz
A red climbing rose called Flamentans, when grown on a support, can stretch up to 3 m. It blooms with large double buds of a bright crimson hue, the leaves of the bush are shiny dark green. Each shoot can bear up to four flowers.
During the flowering period, the Flamentans variety exudes a pleasant, unobtrusive aroma.
Scarlet
The climbing variety bears small but numerous buds. During the decorative period it looks very bright. The flowers of the plant are red or dark crimson, semi-double in structure.
Red rose Scarlet reaches 2 m in height
Hybrid tea red roses
Hybrid tea varieties are in demand due to their large buds and pleasant aroma. Summer residents respond especially well to several varieties.
Burghausen
This dark red rose variety of German origin has been on the market since 1991. Reaches 2 m or more in height, bears large buds collected in large clusters. Yellow-brown stamens are visible in the center of the flowers. Burghausen blooms in waves from early summer until autumn.
The red Burghausen variety rarely suffers from fungi and pests
Admiral
A variety of red roses was introduced to gardeners recently - only in 2017. It managed to gain popularity thanks to its long, abundant flowering. The variety blooms with large buds up to 14 cm in diameter. It brings flowers in waves; the decorative period lasts until late autumn. It has a very rich, wine-burgundy color.
When blooming, the red rose Admiral emits a delicate aroma with hints of pear
Park
Park red roses are distinguished by their hardiness and large size, and develop well in unfavorable conditions. They grow quickly, but do not require constant pruning.
Adelaide Hoodless
The red Canadian park rose bears buds up to 8 cm in diameter. It grows quickly and can withstand winter frosts without shelter. Shows good resistance to most fungal diseases.
Adelaide Hoodless reaches 1.7 m above the ground
Alexander MacKenzie
A rather old variety of velvet red rose was bred in 1985. It reaches 2 m in height, spreads 1.5 m in width. It has a weeping shape, but at the same time remains compact. The flowers of the bush are double, red with a strawberry tint.
Alexander Mackenzie exudes a delicate berry aroma during the flowering period
Standard
Standard roses have a strong, thick trunk and, during the decorative period, are more reminiscent of medium-sized trees. They are characterized by abundant flowering and retain their shape well after pruning.
Lilli Marleen
The tea-hybrid standard variety of a bright red rose has an interesting shade - its buds are almost black, but immediately after blooming the petals gradually turn purple. The green leaves of the shrub have a light bronze tint. The variety tolerates dampness and drought well, but can suffer from fungal diseases.
Lily Marlene grows up to 80 cm above the ground
Ingrid Bergman
A standard rose with medium-double red buds blooms very profusely and emits a strong, pleasant aroma. The flowers are small, but look impressive against the background of green leaves.The rose is frost-resistant and is not damaged by dangerous fungi.
The red variety Ingrid Bergman has been known in culture since 1985
Ground cover
Ground cover roses have a small height, but at the same time they quickly grow to the sides and decorate wide areas of the garden. They are resistant to diseases and high humidity, bloom long and profusely.
Black Forest Rose
The species has been known on the market since 2010, has high endurance and compact size. It bears red buds that lighten a little over time. There can be up to five flowers on one stem. The length of the shoots of the plant reaches 80 cm.
Black Forest Rose continues to bloom until November frosts
Matador
The German ground cover rose has long shoots up to 90 cm. It is moderately leafy with dark green jagged plates, and there are numerous sharp spines on the branches. Red buds bloom on the stems in clusters of 5-15 pieces.
The decorative period of Matador begins in June and lasts until the end of September
Dutch
Dutch red roses are considered one of the most beautiful; they usually have very large and neat buds. They are often used for cutting because they remain viable for a long time in a vase with water.
Grand Prix
The variety of large red rose was obtained through selection more than 100 years ago. During the flowering period it bears rich wine-colored buds up to 13 cm wide with velvety petals. It remains decorative until cold weather; when cut, it can last for two weeks.
In favorable conditions, the Grand Prix red rose reaches 1.5 above the ground
El Toro
The beautiful Dutch rose bears red buds with fringed petals.It reaches only 50 cm in height and looks impressive in small flower beds. Very often used when making bouquets due to its unusual petals. The red rose has almost no thorns, the leaves of the bush are green, even in color, slightly glossy or semi-matte.
El Toro rose flowers reach 12 cm in diameter
Varieties of red spray roses
Red bush roses are used both in single and group plantings, and when creating hedges. These varieties are distinguished by particularly strong stems and do not require support when growing.
Henry Kelsey
The Canadian bush rose blooms with flattened, cup-shaped buds of a dark red color. It has powerful thick shoots that form a semi-spreading crown up to 1.5 m in diameter. The leaves are medium in size, glossy, the shoots are covered with short sharp spines. Each bud consists of 25-28 petals; up to five flowers can be present on the stem. The bushes remain decorative from June to September.
Henry Kelsey reaches 2.5 m above the ground
Munstead Wood
Red bush rose of British origin stretches up to 1 m above the ground surface. The buds of the plant are cup-shaped or flattened, quite large, with a deep wine color. The leaves are bright green or bronzed, matte. The red rose bears up to 3-5 flowers on each stem.
Munstead Wood emits a sweet berry scent, first blooms in June, and then releases buds in waves until the first snowfall. It is highly resistant to pests, but in unfavorable conditions it can suffer from fungi.
Munstead Wood tolerates frosts down to -23 ° C without shelter
English
English red roses are versatile. They are used to create artistic compositions and in hedges, and are used as cut flowers. The plants are highly decorative and have good hardiness and are suitable for cultivation in temperate climates.
William Shakespeare
The English rose with spherical red buds first blooms in June and blooms again in September. During the decorative period it looks very lush and bright. It exudes an exquisite subtle aroma and takes root well in sunny and slightly shaded areas. The disadvantages of the red variety include poor frost resistance - in winter the bushes require careful insulation.
Rose William Shakespeare begins to bloom for the first time only 3-4 years after planting
Benjamin Britten
The red English rose has been on the market since 2001. It stretches up to 1.8 m above the ground, while maintaining a compact outline. The stems are straight and powerful, with few thorns, the leaves are light green at first and then darken to an emerald hue. The photo of red rose flowers shows that after blooming they have an orange-pink color, but quickly darken. The buds are densely double, consisting of 100 or more petals.
Benjamin Britten has a rich pear-wine aroma
Floribunda
Floribunda is a variety of red roses obtained by crossing hybrid tea, musk and polyantha varieties. It has high immunity and good frost resistance, and is characterized by long flowering.
Cherry Girl
A variety of German origin is a bush up to 70 cm tall with straight branched shoots. It bears red flowers with a cherry tint and has a pleasant subtle aroma.It withstands heat and drought well and does not require careful shelter for the winter.
Cherry Girl rarely suffers from fungal diseases in rainy weather
Gipsy
The Japanese variety of red rose was obtained in 1986. The shoots of the plant are straight, slightly branched, covered with dark green glossy leaves. The buds are terry, medium in size, with a slight yellowish tint visible in the core. The variety is suitable for cutting, tolerates rainy weather well and does not suffer from fungi.
Red rose Gypsy reaches 1.2 above ground level
Miniature
Most red roses are quite large in size. But there are also compact varieties that are suitable for planting in borders.
Alberich
The popular variety, bred in 1954, reaches only 35 cm above the ground surface. It has compact dimensions, holds its shape well and does not require frequent pruning. The flowers are small but bright, with a rich red hue. Up to ten buds bloom on each stem.
Rose Alberich is grown not only in the ground, but also in containers
Baby Baccara
The French selection variety is suitable for planting in flower beds and borders. It blooms in waves throughout the season; the buds of the variety are densely double, red in color, and small. The shoots are branched, almost without thorns, with dark green shiny leaves. The bushes spread up to 35 cm wide.
Baby Baccarat rises up to 40 cm above the ground
Varieties of red roses for the Moscow region
For cultivation in the Moscow region, it is recommended to choose the hardiest varieties of red rose.Plants must be able to withstand prolonged rains, not suffer from lack of sun and have high frost resistance.
Hansaland
A very beautiful variety with bright red semi-double buds stretches up to 2 m above the ground. It does not make any special demands on temperature conditions and soil composition and requires very simple care. It has a compact outline; bushes do not require frequent pruning. The variety can be planted both in a flower bed and in a hedge.
Hansaland shows high resistance to powdery mildew and black spot
Amadeus
The hardy climbing rose is used mainly in vertical gardening. Long shoots are used to decorate columns, fences and arches. The variety produces red, bright buds, each of them consists of 42 petals. Flowering occurs several times during the summer. During the decorative period, Amadeus emits a complex aroma with notes of cherry, raspberry and apricot.
Amadeus has well-developed roots and easily tolerates frost in the Moscow region
Application in landscape design
Red roses can look harmonious in almost any landscape. Most often they are used to create flower beds and planted separately or surrounded by other perennials. Daffodils and tulips are best suited as neighbors for culture. They create a beautiful backdrop at a time when rose bushes are just getting ready to bloom. You can also use sage, lavender, delphinium and lupins for close planting, which can highlight the beauty of the perennial.
When planting red roses with other plants, it is recommended to choose contrasting shades or stay within the same range
Bush varieties are planted along paths or as hedges. Climbing varieties are used to decorate vertical structures - arches, terraces, gazebos and fences.
Conclusion
Red roses are spectacular flowers that can decorate any garden plot. There are a lot of decorative varieties; you need to choose a specific variety based on size, blooming time and hardiness indicators.
