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Modern Rose, hybrid tea "Paul Ricard", France, introduced by Meilland Roses in 1991, Usually is peach, ivory in color, high-center (point) bloom shape, blooms 9 - 10 cm in size, has 1 buds per stem, repeat rebloom, has rich fragrance, the bush shape can be upright, 90 - 100 cm in height, 80 cm in width, suitable for USDA zone 6 from -23°C and above, low resistance to rain, strong resistance to black spot, moderate resistance to mildew, good for cutting.
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Among the roses bred by Meilland over the last 20 years, Paul Ricard features densely double blooms with large petals, in creamy to delicate apricot tones, the reverse darker—copper to caramel. Blooms usually appear singly, sometimes in small clusters, on long, strong shoots. The cultivar has received several awards for fragrance and overall appearance. The bush is vigorous, remontant (reblooming quickly), while not growing too tall. Green foliage shows resistance to black spot and fairly good resistance to powdery mildew (with some decline noted). The rose responds to good cultural care; improved feeding enhances performance.
The flowers are large, densely double, and comprise about 40 broad petals. They are goblet-shaped and retain a symmetrical form once open. The color is amber-yellow, brighter in cool climates, but it fades in heat, with the outer petals becoming almost cream. The aroma recalls honey and spices. Blooms last well when cut. The bush is branched, strong-growing, tall, with large, close-set green foliage.