Nil Bleu, hybrid tea

Also known as
Blue Nile
DELnible
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Brief summary

Modern Rose, hybrid tea "Nil Bleu", France, introduced by Delbard in 1976, Usually is lavender 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 6 from -23°C and above, low resistance to rain, moderate resistance to black spot, moderate resistance to mildew, good for cutting.

Main characteristics

Aroma
USDA Zone 6
-23°С
Rebloom
Bush Shape
Bloom Shape
High-center (Point)

Size

Height
100 - 150 cm
Width
100 cm
Bloom size
11 - 12 cm
Buds / Stem
1
Petal Count

Resistance

Heat
Shade
Rain
Black Spot
Mildew

More information

Nil Bleu bears large, full, fragrant blooms that maintain lilac coloration throughout the flowering period. Blooms have a defined form and are produced singly or in clusters of 2–3. The bush is stiff, upright, and prickly, with very large, dark leaves. In cold climates it is usually pruned to 75 cm; in hot climates, maintain a bush height of about 150 cm to improve flowering.