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Indian Summer
Reference photo

hybrid tea · 1991

Indian Summer

✦ moderate fragrance

3-4 feet

Height

Repeat

Blooming

Full sun

Light

6–9

Zone

Plant & Flower Traits

Rose type

hybrid tea

Bloom size

Medium to large

Bloom habit

Clusters

Petal count

25-35

Flowering

repeat blooming

Habit

upright

Color

apricot

Fragrance

moderate

Foliage

Dark green

Foliage surface

Semi-glossy

Fragrance Notes

Mild fruity or spicy scent.

Color Description

A blend of apricot, peach, and yellow tones.

🌱 Growth & Garden Habits

Light

Full sun

Height

3-4 feet

Spread

2-3 feet

Soil

Rich, well-draining soil with organic matter.

Hardiness Zone

Zone 6–9

Disease Resistance

Good

🌿 Care Guide

Watering

Regular and consistent watering needed for establishment.

Fertilizer

Balanced fertilizer in early spring and after the first flush of blooms.

Pruning

Prune back in early spring to encourage new growth.

Pests & Diseases

Generally resistant, but keep an eye out for aphids or black spot in humid climates.

🧬 Pedigree

Unknown

🏆 Awards & Recognition

All-America Rose Selections (AARS) winner

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