Amateur gardeners know a huge number of different varieties of roses, which differ in the form of buds, the beauty and aroma of flowers, various colors, etc. Each prefers a particular variety of these beautiful flowers. In this article we will tell you about the hybrid tea form of a rose called "Valencia".
Breeding history
Hybrid tea roses appeared as early as 1867, when, as a result of crossing tea and remontant species of these plants, the variety "La France" was obtained. It differed in the big sizes of buds and bright coloring. Today, there are many varieties of hybrid tea roses, among which are the variety "Valencia".
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"Valencia rose" - A very beautiful variety of hybrid tea roses, which was bred in 1989 in Germany. Since then, this variety of lush shrub flowers has received many awards at international exhibitions and is a popular adornment of the estates of Western European magnates.
Biological features
"Valencia" has its own biological characteristics, and this is different from other varieties of these beautiful floral creatures.
Height of bushes
The bushes of these flowers grow a little uneven, so they look somewhat sloppy from the side. This is due to the large height of the bushes themselves, which can stretch closer to the sun by 1-1.25 meters. Curved formation of bushes makes gardeners and landscape designers plant Valencia in combination with other types of flowers. When planting, you should choose a place protected from strong winds, as tall rose bushes can break from a sharp gust of wind. In addition, experts advise to tie adult bushes to the support, so they will not bend too much.
Learn more about growing features: climbing, tea, Dutch, English, Canadian and bole roses.
Buds
The buds in this variety do not differ in a variety of colors. At the very beginning of blooming buds, they have a bright orange color, resembling the color of ripe peach. On each of the shoots only one bud is formed, however this is for the best. This type of growth allows you to create beautiful bouquet compositions from Valencia flowers.
Bloom
"Valencia" blooms beautiful and large bright orange flowers that grow pale as they mature. The shape of flowers is standard for hybrid tea roses, but later becomes more cup-shaped. The size of flowers in diameter reaches 15 cm. At the very beginning of flowering, the color of the petals resembles the color of a pale ripe lemon. A little later, the petals fade even more, especially along the edges.
Important! Rose varieties "Valencia" poor resistance to rain. With frequent precipitation, flowers may not open for a long time.
Gardeners recommend cutting off old flowers (from them you can create bouquets that will decorate the balcony, window sill, etc.), since over time new ones will form in their place. If done correctly, the second bloom will be no less lush than the first.
Aroma
Gentle, fragrant, enticing, with fruity notes and soothing at the same time - all this can be said about the fragrance of the miracle flower "Valencia".
Most of all, you can enjoy the fascinating scent of flowers from the very morning, in sunny and calm weather. During the rain and strong wind roses almost did not smell. Especially pleasant aroma will be at those flowers which are planted on the soil enriched with mineral substances.
We advise you to get acquainted with such varieties of roses as: "Graham Thomas", "Floribunda", "Sophia Loren", "Cordes", "Pierre de Ronsard", "Pink Intuishn", "Gloria Day", "Abraham Derby", "Mary Rose, Double Delight, Abracadabra, Rugoza and Falstaff.
Winter hardiness
Winter hardiness is the same as that of other varieties of hybrid tea roses. Plant bushes require special shelter for the winter in the central and northern regions. Cover the bushes begin only when a constant minimum negative temperature is established.
For the shelter of flowers you need to build a special small wooden or metal frame. Landing cover with a layer of nonwoven material (on top you can still put a piece of felt or heat insulation film). You need to be careful in the spring and not open the bushes until the snow is completely gone. Otherwise, the flowers will prematurely begin to grow.
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Disease and Pest Resistance
According to the botanical varietal description, the rose "Valencia" has an average degree of resistance to powdery mildew and black spot. This means that flower plantings can affect the above diseases only during bad years, or when the plant is poorly cared for.
Use in landscape design
Roses varieties "Valencia" will be a beautiful hedge of any suburban area. Such hedges are best done in combination with evergreen shrubs, where the roses will be in the foreground. Hedges created from the colors of "Valencia", will be a beautiful and reliable protection from uninvited guests and indiscreet looks.
Flowers of this variety will be an excellent solitary planting, if the decorator has a refined imagination. "Valencia" will be a great accent or focal plant in the middle of the lawn, on a slope, near a terrace or avenue. In large gardens you can create a solitary group of flowers of this variety.
Important! The maximum negative temperature that rose bushes Valencia can withstand is -20.6 ° C.
The most widely hybridized tea miracle of the Valencia variety is found in flower beds, rabatki or borders. From this shrub, you can arrange a gorgeous rose garden. It will look lovely even at modest size. Rosaries can be made in any shape, but rectangular remains the most popular among amateur gardeners. Roses varieties "Valencia" will look great in mixborders with other plants. Partners should be chosen, relying on the appropriate color scheme, the shape of inflorescences and leaves, etc. In any case, this flower will look great in almost any place.