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'Double Delight' 'is the offspring of two Hybrid Tea roses: 'Garden Party,' a white variety, and 'Kordes' Perfecta,' a classic bi-color. This lineage gave 'Double Delight' its striking color, strong growth, and incredible scent, quickly making it one of the world's most cherished roses.
Every flower is a unique work of art, with its color intensity evolving as it opens and gets more sunlight. Its vibrant colors and classic form make it a standout specimen in any garden design.
This rose exhibits a moderate to fast growth rate. Given ideal conditions, it will establish quickly and produce an abundance of blooms throughout its flowering season.
'Double Delight' generally has good resistance to common rose diseases like powdery mildew and black spot.
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For abundant blooms and healthy growth, 'Double Delight' requires full sun. Provide at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily, as greater exposure generally promotes more abundant blooms and strengthens disease resistance.
Ensure deep hydration by watering directly at the plant's base, targeting the root zone. Let the upper layers of soil dry out slightly between waterings to avoid excess moisture. Newly planted specimens often require more frequent watering until they become well-established.
Roses thrive in rich, fertile, well-draining loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0−7.0). Good drainage is paramount to prevent root rot.
Ideal temperatures range from 65°F to 86°F (18°C to 30°C).
Roses (Rosa species) are considered non-toxic to humans, dogs, and cats.
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USDA Zone 6-10
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)