Petal Pals
hybrid tea · Year unknown
Kordes Brilliant
2.5 to 3.5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
Large, 4 to 5 inches
Bloom habit
Usually borne singly on long, strong stems.
Petal count
30 to 35 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
orange
Fragrance
slight
Foliage
Dark, glossy green
Foliage surface
Leathery and semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Light, subtle floral scent.
Color Description
Vibrant, luminous orange-red.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
2.5 to 3.5 feet
Spread
2 to 3 feet
Soil
Fertile, well-draining soil with organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Good resistance to common rose diseases
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering required, especially during dry spells.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in early spring, removing dead or damaged wood and shaping the bush.
Pests & Diseases
Generally resistant to black spot and mildew, but monitor for common rose pests.
🧬 Pedigree
Unnamed seedling x (World's Fair x Crimson Glory)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Golden Rose of The Hague 1957