Dark Knight™ Potted Rose Bush
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About Dark Knight™ Potted Rose Bush
Rosa ‘MEIrysett’ PP21,071 Dark Knight™
Dark Knight™ is a captivating Hybrid Tea rose from Star® Roses & Plants, bred by Meilland and introduced under the Bloomables® line. This standout variety features velvety deep red blooms with a dramatic cream-yellow reverse, creating an eye-catching, two-tone effect. With strong upright stems and glossy foliage, it performs beautifully in the garden and as a cut flower—holding its bold color even in heat.
💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: Hybrid Tea — single bloom per stem
🧬 Breeder: Meilland (France)
🏢 Introduced By: Star® Roses & Plants (USA)
🎨 Color: Velvety deep red with cream-yellow reverse
🌸 Petal Count: ~25 petals
💠 Bloom Form: Fully double, high-centered, slightly cupped
📏 Bloom Size: Large, approximately 4–6″
🔁 Flowering: Continuous from spring through fall
🏺 Vase Life: Excellent — strong stems and long-lasting blooms
🧴 Fragrance: Very slight
🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌿 Growth Type: Upright and vigorous
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 6–9 (Zone 5 Winter protection required of the bud union)
📐 Spacing: ~3–4′
↕️ Height: ~5–5.5′
↔️ Width: ~3–4′
🛡️ Health & Suitability
🌱 Rootstock: Budded
💪 Disease Resistance: Very good — glossy foliage resists common rose issues
🌞 Heat Performance: Color remains rich even in warm climates
🌎 Regional Recommendations:
West Coast • Midwest • Intermountain West • Mid‑Atlantic • Southeast • Southwest
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