Rosa Rio Samba Hybrid Tea Rose
Best choice for gardeners wanting vibrant, long-stemmed blooms for floral arrangements.
Discover the Rosa Rio Samba Hybrid Tea Rose, an AARS Winner celebrated for its vibrant, sizzling coloration. This rose boasts large, well-formed 5-inch blooms that transition from golden yellow to scarlet as they unfurl, all on exceptionally long stems perfect for cutting. Its vigorous, upright plant habit is complemented by attractive, matte dark green foliage. A prolific bloomer, it provides continuous color throughout spring, summer, and fall, making it a dazzling addition to any garden landscape.
$39.95
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4.6
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Category Rank
986
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#986 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
+45%
Above average
Genus
Rosa
/ Rosa
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a vibrant, high-impact focal point
- Floral designers wanting elegant, long-lasting cut flowers
- Landscape enthusiasts desiring continuous color all season
Who should skip it
- Low-effort gardeners preferring a hands-off approach
- Gardeners in humid climates avoiding intensive disease management
- Fragrance lovers prioritizing a strong, classic rose perfume
Performance breakdown
Bloom Visual Impact
Dynamic color shifts create a high-contrast focal point in any landscape.
Cut Flower Utility
Exceptional stem length makes these blooms ideal for professional-grade floral arrangements.
Seasonal Bloom Consistency
Reliable, continuous flowering keeps the garden vibrant from spring through autumn.
Growth Vigor
Strong, upright branching habit ensures a sturdy and well-structured plant.
Climate Versatility
Strict hardiness requirements limit successful cultivation to warmer temperate zones.
Foliage Aesthetics
Matte dark green leaves provide a sophisticated backdrop for bright blooms.
Key Specs
Genus
Rosa
Variety
'JACrite'
Hardiness Zones
7 - 10
Mature Height
6 Feet
Mature Width
4 Feet
Bloom Color
OrangeYellow
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Item Form
Bareroot Grafted
Features
- Stunning golden yellow to scarlet color transition
- Large, 5-inch high-centered blooms
- Excellent for cutting with long stems
- AARS Winner for outstanding performance
- Prolific bloomer throughout the season
- Vigorous, upright, and well-branched growth
- Attractive matte dark green foliage
- Grows 5-6 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide
What customers say
Customers enthusiastically praise the Rosa Rio Samba rose for its exceptional quality and striking design. The vibrant, multicolored blooms, which transition beautifully from yellow to deep orange, are consistently highlighted for their significant visual appeal. Reviewers also note the plant's impressive reliability and vigor, confirming it is a robust choice that establishes well and performs consistently throughout the growing season. This blend of stunning beauty and hardiness leads to high customer satisfaction.
Know before you buy
Upon arrival, soak the roots in water for several hours before planting in a hole large enough to accommodate the root system without crowding. Ensure the graft union is positioned just above the soil line and water thoroughly to settle the soil around the roots.
This variety is hardy in zones 7 through 10. It performs best in regions with long, warm growing seasons where it can receive full sun exposure.
The Rio Samba is a prolific bloomer that provides continuous color from spring through fall. Regular deadheading of spent blooms will encourage the plant to focus its energy on producing new flowers.
Yes, they are excellent for cutting. The blooms are large, measuring 5 inches across, and are supported by exceptionally long, sturdy stems that hold up well in vases.
At maturity, the Rio Samba reaches 5 to 6 feet in height and 3 to 4 feet in width. You should space them at least 4 feet apart to ensure adequate air circulation and prevent overcrowding.
To maintain its vigorous, upright habit, prune the plant in late winter or early spring while it is still dormant. Throughout the season, provide consistent water and apply a balanced rose fertilizer to support its continuous blooming cycle.
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