Fragrant Cloud

Description

Introduced in 1963.
Bred by Mathias Tantau, Jr. (1912 – 2006) (Germany, 1956).

Hybrid Tea.

Coral-red, ages to geranium-red . Strong, citrus, damask, fruity, spice fragrance. 27 to 35 petals. Average diameter 5″. Very large, full (26-40 petals), borne mostly solitary, in small clusters, high-centered bloom form. Prolific, blooms in flushes throughout the season. Ovoid buds.

Armed with thorns / prickles, upright. Glossy, dark green foliage.

Height: 30″ to 5′ (75 to 150cm). Width: 2′ (60cm).

USDA zone 7b through 10b. Can be used for beds and borders, cut flower or garden. Hardy. vigorous. Disease susceptibility: susceptible to blackspot , susceptible to Mildew. Spring Pruning: Remove old canes and dead or diseased wood and cut back canes that cross. In warmer climates, cut back the remaining canes by about one-third. In colder areas, you’ll probably find you’ll have to prune a little more than that. Requires spring freeze protection (see glossary – Spring freeze protection) .
Can be grown in the ground or in a container (container requires winter protection).