Double Delight US Florist Hybrid Tea Rose
Best fragrant rose for gardeners in warm, temperate climates.
This stunning Hybrid Tea rose, 'Double Delight', captivates with its unique bi-color blooms, featuring a creamy white base edged in vibrant strawberry red. It boasts a strong, fruity fragrance, making it a delightful addition to any garden. The plant is a repeat bloomer, ensuring continuous beauty throughout the season. Known for its strong disease resistance, this rose is suitable for zones 7-10 and is a US-bred variety introduced in 1977. It thrives in conditions that offer warm days and cool nights, enhancing its distinctive color and charm.
$30.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
793
/ 2688
#793 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-24%
Below average
Bloom form
Hybrid tea
/ Hybrid tea
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact visual appeal for their landscape
- Fragrance lovers wanting a sensory-rich outdoor space
- Floral designers needing reliable stems for elegant arrangements
Who should skip it
- Low-maintenance gardeners avoiding intensive disease management
- Busy homeowners lacking time for rigorous plant care
- Owners of shaded gardens with limited direct sunlight
Performance breakdown
Fragrance potency
A powerful, fruity scent that easily perfumes an entire garden space.
Bloom aesthetics
Iconic bi-color contrast creates a high-impact visual display for any landscape.
Disease resilience
Robust health profile minimizes the need for intensive chemical maintenance routines.
Blooming consistency
Reliable repeat cycles ensure vibrant color throughout the entire growing season.
Climate adaptability
Requires specific temperature swings to achieve its signature color intensity.
Growth habit
Manageable shrub size fits perfectly into standard garden beds or borders.
Key Specs
Bloom form
Hybrid tea
Bloom size
3 1/2"-4 1/2"
Repeat bloomer
Yes
Shrub size
3'-5'
Disease resistance
Strong
Origin
US
Breeder
Swim & Ellis
Year of introduction
1977
Features
- Striking bi-color blooms with creamy white and strawberry-red edges
- Strong, fruity fragrance
- Repeat blooming for continuous color
- Good disease resistance
- Performs best in warm days and cool nights
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Double Delight US Florist Hybrid Tea Rose for its exceptional quality and stunning design. Reviewers frequently highlight the vibrant, two tone petals and the remarkably strong, sweet fragrance that fills any space. Many express delight over the robust health of the plants received and the impressive size and longevity of the blooms. This rose is celebrated for bringing classic beauty and a luxurious sensory experience, making it a cherished addition to gardens and bouquets alike.
Know before you buy
This variety thrives best in regions with warm days and cool nights, which helps intensify its signature strawberry-red and creamy white coloration. It is specifically suited for USDA hardiness zones 7 through 10.
Double Delight is a repeat bloomer, meaning you can expect multiple flushes of flowers throughout the growing season rather than just one single bloom period.
When fully mature, this shrub generally reaches a height of 3 to 5 feet. Its compact size makes it a versatile choice for various garden beds or borders.
It is known for having strong disease resistance, which makes it a more manageable option for home gardeners. While it is hardy, regular pruning and proper watering will help maintain its vigor and bloom quality.
Yes, Double Delight is highly regarded for its strong, fruity fragrance. Its scent is one of its most defining characteristics and is often strong enough to be enjoyed even from a short distance.
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