Rosa Daring Spirit Hybrid Tea Rose
Best statement shrub for gardeners seeking unique, fragrant, repeat-blooming floral displays.
Discover the Rosa Daring Spirit® Hybrid Tea Rose, a captivating variety known for its unique 5-inch blooms. Each blossom features 25-30 petals adorned with striking deep pink and cream stripes, ensuring no two flowers are identical. This rose is perfect for adding a distinctive touch to bouquets or garden landscapes. Its healthy foliage transitions from a rich burgundy to a glossy dark green, enhancing its visual appeal. Growing to a mature height of 5 feet and a width of 4 feet, this upright plant offers continuous beauty throughout the late spring, summer, and mid-fall seasons.
$39.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
34
/ 2598
#34 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+1%
Above average
Item Form
Bareroot Grafted
/ Bareroot Grafted
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a bold, sophisticated focal point
- Fragrance lovers wanting aromatic patio or indoor displays
- Floral designers needing long-stemmed, high-centered blooms
Who should skip it
- Cold-climate residents wanting hands-off winter gardening
- Busy homeowners preferring low-maintenance landscape plants
- Organic gardeners avoiding chemical fungicide treatments
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Striking striped petals create a unique focal point in any garden.
Bloom Longevity
Repeat flowering ensures consistent color from late spring through mid-fall.
Fragrance Profile
Distinctive spice notes provide a sophisticated sensory experience for outdoor spaces.
Cut Flower Utility
Large five-inch blooms make an impressive statement in indoor floral arrangements.
Adaptability
Wide hardiness zone range allows for successful growth across diverse climates.
Foliage Aesthetics
Dynamic color shifts from burgundy to green maintain interest between blooms.
Key Specs
Item Form
Bareroot Grafted
Bloom Color
RedDarkPinkMulti-Color
Foliage Color
Dark Green Glossy
Habit
Upright
Moisture Requirements
Moist, well-drained
Mature Height
5 Feet
Mature Width
4 Feet
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Features
- Unique striped 5-inch blooms
- Spice-scented flowers
- Repeat blooming throughout the season
- Attractive foliage color transition
- Ideal for cut flowers
- Award-winning variety
- Blooms in the first year
What customers say
Consumers consistently celebrate the 'Daring Spirit' rose for its stunning, unique color saturation and impressive overall quality. Reviewers frequently highlight the plant's exceptional vigor and reliable performance, noting that it establishes quickly and produces abundant, healthy blooms throughout the season. The striking design of the deep red petals transitioning to orange edges is a major draw, often exceeding expectations based on catalog photos. While some mention the premium price point, the plant's hardiness and consistent flowering justify the investment, making it a highly reliable garden centerpiece.
Know before you buy
Yes, the striped pattern of deep pink and cream is variable on every bloom. Because of this, no two flowers will look exactly the same, giving your garden a dynamic, ever-changing appearance.
At maturity, this plant reaches 5 feet in height and 4 feet in width. You should plan for this footprint when selecting a spot to ensure it has enough room for proper airflow.
Yes, the Daring Spirit is known for blooming in its first year. You can expect repeat blooms throughout the late spring, summer, and mid-fall seasons.
Absolutely. Its 5-inch, spice-scented blooms make it an excellent choice for cut flower arrangements.
This rose requires full sun exposure to perform its best. It should be planted in moist, well-drained soil to maintain its health and foliage quality.
The foliage is quite dynamic, starting as a rich burgundy color when it first emerges. As the season progresses, it transitions into a glossy, dark green that provides a beautiful backdrop for the striped blooms.
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