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Caribbean
Reference photo

hybrid tea · 1992

Caribbean

Rosa 'Caribbean'

Wilhelm Kordes III✦ slight fragrance

3 to 4 feet

Height

Repeat

Blooming

Full sun

Light

7–9

Zone

Plant & Flower Traits

Rose type

hybrid tea

Bloom size

Large, 4-5 inches

Bloom habit

Usually borne singly or in small clusters

Petal count

26-40

Flowering

repeat blooming

Habit

upright

Color

orange

Fragrance

slight

Foliage

Dark green

Foliage surface

Semi-glossy

Fragrance Notes

Mild, fruity scent.

Color Description

Blend of orange, yellow, and red; colors deepen with sun exposure.

🌱 Growth & Garden Habits

Light

Full sun

Height

3 to 4 feet

Spread

2 to 3 feet

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil with a slightly acidic pH.

Hardiness Zone

Zone 7–9

Disease Resistance

Moderate

🌿 Care Guide

Watering

Regular water needed, keep moist but not waterlogged.

Fertilizer

Requires regular feeding with a balanced rose fertilizer.

Pruning

Prune in early spring, removing dead or crossing branches.

Pests & Diseases

Generally healthy but may be susceptible to blackspot or powdery mildew in humid climates.

🧬 Pedigree

Unspecified

🏆 Awards & Recognition

All-America Rose Selection (AARS) 1994

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