The Tea roses were introduced from China in the first half of the nineteenth century. They can be slightly tender but were highly prized for their large blooms, repeat flowering and the inclusion of yellow in the colour range. The early varieties were bred for the show bench but with further cross breeding they developed into the hardy garden plants that predominated in the 20th century. They come in a huge range of colours, shapes and sizes.
Pruning: Reduce main stems by half in winter/spring.
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Out of stockLa France is a historically important rose as it was the first to be classed as a Hybrid Tea. Big sophisticated pointed double blooms are around 11cm wide. Powerfully scented with a sweet damask scent. Repeat Flowering. Size.150cm x 120cm.