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Uncle Joe
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hybrid tea · Year unknown

Uncle Joe

✦ strong fragrance

4 to 6 feet

Height

Repeat

Blooming

Full sun

Light

7–10

Zone

Plant & Flower Traits

Rose type

hybrid tea

Bloom size

Large (up to 5 inches)

Bloom habit

Usually solitary blooms on long stems.

Petal count

30 to 35 petals

Flowering

repeat blooming

Habit

upright

Color

red

Fragrance

strong

Foliage

Dark green

Foliage surface

Semi-glossy

Fragrance Notes

Rich, damask rose scent.

Color Description

Deep velvety red to dark crimson.

🌱 Growth & Garden Habits

Light

Full sun

Height

4 to 6 feet

Spread

2 to 3 feet

Soil

Rich, well-draining soil with organic matter.

Hardiness Zone

Zone 7–10

Disease Resistance

Moderate

🌿 Care Guide

Watering

Regular water needed, keep moist but not waterlogged.

Fertilizer

Balanced rose fertilizer applied in early spring and after each bloom flush.

Pruning

Spring pruning to remove dead or damaged wood and shape the bush.

Pests & Diseases

Susceptible to blackspot and mildew if not kept in good air circulation.

🧬 Pedigree

Charles Mallerin x Suspense

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Various regional rose society awards

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