True Passion PP28,928 Hybrid Tea Rose lives up to its name with bold, orange‑red blooms that ignite the garden with color and energy. Part of the True Bloom® Roses collection, this award‑winning, patented variety has earned top honors, including the Pauline Merrell Award for Best Hybrid Tea at the 2016 Biltmore International Rose Trials and designation as an A.R.T.S. Master Rose by the American Rose Trials for Sustainability in 2018.
True Passion produces lush, double blooms with 25+ petals and a distinctive, lightly peppery fragrance. The striking flowers are beautifully showcased against healthy green foliage on an upright, well‑structured plant that grows to about 5 feet tall and 3 feet wide. Known for excellent disease resistance, this hardy rose performs well in hot conditions and resists common rose issues such as black spot, powdery mildew, and rust.
Equally impressive in the landscape and as a cut flower, True Passion is perfect for garden displays, table arrangements, gifts, and special occasions. Its strong performance and vibrant color make it a standout focal point in beds, borders, and rose gardens.
Key Features:
Award Winning - 2018 A.R.T.S. Master Rose, American Rose Trials for Sustainability 2017
Color - Orange red
Habit - 5'H x 3'W Upright
Category - Landscape
Class - Floribunda Shrub
Flower Size - 4"
Petals - 30+
Fragrance - Mild
Hardiness Zone - 4-9
Planting & Care:
Plant in well‑drained, loamy soil amended with organic compost. Dig a planting hole approximately 2 feet by 2 feet and space plants at least 3 feet apart. Water thoroughly after planting, then about three times per week as new growth becomes established. Choose a sunny location with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. Feed in spring and summer with a balanced, water‑soluble 20‑20‑20 fertilizer. Prune in early spring to rejuvenate the plant and encourage vigorous growth. Cold hardy to USDA Zone 4.
