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Rosa 'Hot Cocoa'
''Rosa'' 'Hot Cocoa', (aka WEKpaltlez), is a Floribunda (rose), floribunda rose cultivar bred by Tom Carruth in 2002 and introduced into the United States by Weeks Roses Growers in 2003. The rose was named an All-America Rose Selections winner in 2003. Description 'Hot Cocoa' is a medium-tall bushy shrub, 3 to 5 ft (91—151 cm) in height with a 2 to 3 ft (60—90 cm) spread. Blooms are medium-large, 4—5 in (10—12 cm) in diameter, with a high-centered, cupped, and ruffled bloom form. Petal count is typically 26 to 40. Flowers are russet colored with a darker reverse, and have variation of chocolate and orange colors. The rose has a medium, fruity fragrance and large, glossy, dark green foliage. 'Hot Cocoa' is a vigorous plant and disease resistant. It blooms in flushes from spring through fall. The plants does well in USDA zone 6 and warmer. Child plants 'Hot Cocoa' was used to hybridize the following child plants: * ''Rosa'' 'About Face', (2003) * ''Rosa'' 'Coffee Be ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rose
A rose is either a woody perennial flowering plant of the genus ''Rosa'' (), in the family Rosaceae (), or the flower it bears. There are over three hundred species and tens of thousands of cultivars. They form a group of plants that can be erect shrubs, climbing, or trailing, with stems that are often armed with sharp prickles. Their flowers vary in size and shape and are usually large and showy, in colours ranging from white through yellows and reds. Most species are native to Asia, with smaller numbers native to Europe, North America, and northwestern Africa. Species, cultivars and hybrids are all widely grown for their beauty and often are fragrant. Roses have acquired cultural significance in many societies. Rose plants range in size from compact, miniature roses, to climbers that can reach seven meters in height. Different species hybridize easily, and this has been used in the development of the wide range of garden roses. Etymology The name ''rose'' comes from L ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
