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Modern Rose, hybrid tea "Eiffel Tower", United States, introduced by Herbert C. Swim in 1963, Usually is pink in color, high-center (point) bloom shape, blooms 11 - 12 cm in size, has 1 buds per stem, repeat rebloom, has rich fragrance, the bush shape can be upright, 100 - 150 cm in height, 100 cm in width, suitable for USDA zone 5 from -29°C and above, low resistance to rain, moderate resistance to black spot, moderate resistance to mildew, good for cutting.
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Eiffel Tower has long, slender buds, usually appearing singly at the tips of long, upright shoots that accentuate the flower’s length. As the blooms begin to open, they show a slightly lilac-pink tone with a darker reverse of the petals, later fading to soft pink. Suitable for cutting. The plant forms an erect bush with large foliage and shows moderate resistance to black spot and powdery mildew. Performs better in warm climates. Blooms can be damaged by rain. Fragrance is sweet and intense.
Buds are very long and pointed. Flowers are dense pink with yellowing at the base, goblet-shaped, large, double (30–40 petals), very fragrant. Leaves are light green, large, oblong. Bushes are very strong, straight, with sturdy shoots. Flowering is abundant. Winter-hardy. Slightly susceptible to fungal diseases. For groups and cutting. Geneva, gold medal, 1963; Rome, gold medal, 1963 .