Rosa 'Heidi Klum' | |
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Details | |
Hybrid parentage | see text |
Cultivar | 'Rosa Heidi Klum' |
Origin | Tantau, Germany, 1999 |
The Heidi Klum rose is a modern rose from Tantau, and was first bred in 1999. Its registration number is RT00681.
It was first bred in autumn 2003 as a cross of Old Port and Barkarole. German model Heidi Klum chose it herself from 15 cultivars and christened it in person during a rose show in 2005.
It is an abundantly flowering rose, with a very compact habit. Under normal conditions it reaches a height of 40 to 50 cm. The flowers can reach a size of up to 9 cm, are hardy, and may have up to 40 petals. The color of the blossoms is predominantly violet with a pink tone, and they are intensely fragrant. The plant itself has abundant green foliage.
This rose is susceptible to mildew and Diplocarpon rosae. Therefore, it needs regular maintenance.