Tournament Of Roses Rose

Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses'

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Overview

The Rosa 'Tournament of Roses', commonly called Blue Girl Rose, is a hybrid tea with silvery-lavender blooms. Renowned for its alluring fragrance, each flower unfurls to 4-5 inches across. This perennial thrives in USDA zones 7-9, reaching up to 5 feet in height and 4 feet in width. Preferring full sun, it needs well-draining soil. Prune in late winter for optimal health. Resistant to diseases, it's an elegant addition to any garden.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 6–11Climate Temperate

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — Prune in late winter for optimal health

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — Renowned for its alluring fragrance, each flower unfurls to 4-5 inches across

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — This perennial thrives in USDA zones 7-9, reaching up to 5 feet in height and 4 feet in width

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — Resistant to diseases, it's an elegant addition to any garden

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — also recognized by its synonym Rosa 'Tournament of Roses'

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — is a hybrid tea rose that stands out in any landscape design for its unique lavender-blue blossoms

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — A mature plant can reach a height of 3 to 5 feet and a spread of 2 to 3 feet

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 6–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Rosaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — The Rosa 'Tournament of Roses', commonly called Blue Girl Rose, is a hybrid tea with silvery-lavender

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — Renowned for its alluring fragrance, each flower unfurls to 4-5 inches across

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — This perennial thrives in USDA zones 7-9, reaching up to 5 feet in height and 4 feet in width

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — Resistant to diseases, it's an elegant addition to any garden

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — also recognized by its synonym Rosa 'Tournament of Roses'

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — is a hybrid tea rose that stands out in any landscape design for its unique lavender-blue blossoms

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — A mature plant can reach a height of 3 to 5 feet and a spread of 2 to 3 feet

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — Preferring full sun, it needs well-draining soil

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — Prune in late winter for optimal health

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — offering a long season of visual delight

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — averaging 4 to 5 inches in diameter

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — with a classical high-centered form that unfurls to reveal 35 to 40 petals

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — These flowers exude a moderate

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — which equates to at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — Soil conditions should be well-draining with a pH balance ranging from 6.5 to 7.0

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — which is slightly acidic to neutral

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — Ample air circulation is crucial to prevent common rose afflictions

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — such as powdery mildew and black spot.<br><br>Staying vigilant with a regular maintenance routine

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — including deadheading to encourage reblooming

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — appropriate watering approximately 1 inch per week

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — and mulching to retain moisture is vital for the health and vibrancy of the 'Blue Girl' Rose

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — this plant can serve as a focal point in your garden or act as part of a mixed border

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — drawing the eye with its uncommon hue and noble posture

Tournament Of Roses Rose (Rosa 'Tournament Of Roses') — pink flowers in the garden

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