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Hybrid Tea Rose "Rosa Alec's Red"

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Rosa Alec's Red is one of the classic Hybrid Tea roses. Bred by Cocker, it was introduced in 1970. A definite winner

The key characteristics of "Alec's Red" are shown below:

FLOWERS  

Colour Red

Type Double, classic Hybrid Tea shape

Scent Strong, delicious

Frequency Repeat Flowering

When June to September

   

BUSH  

Rose type Hybrid Tea

Leaves Glossy Dark Green

Height 90cm (3ft)

Spread 90cm (3ft)

   

OTHER  

Hardiness UK Australia Fully hardy

USDA Zones Rosa Alec's Red is hardy to zone 5a, -28.8� C (-20� F)

Awards Alec's Red has been awarded the following:

Parentage Fragrant Cloud x Dame de Coeur

Available from in UK Notcutts

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COMMENTS   The rose Alec's Red has absolutely everything going for it. Excellent disease resistance, lovely scent and beautiful flowers.

 

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