Mikado® Hybrid Tea Rose
Bold, elegant, and unmistakably classic, Mikado® is a beautiful Hybrid Tea rose admired for its richly colored deep red blooms, refined flower form, and excellent cutting qualities. With long stems carrying beautifully shaped flowers above attractive green foliage, Mikado® delivers the sophisticated appearance that has made Hybrid Tea roses favorites in both gardens and floral arrangements.
Mikado® produces large, beautifully formed flowers in saturated shades of rich crimson to deep velvety red. Long, pointed buds gradually unfurl into elegant, high-centered blooms, revealing layers of smoothly arranged petals and maintaining an attractive form as the flowers mature.
The dramatic red coloring stands out beautifully against the plant's green foliage, creating a timeless display in dedicated rose beds and mixed borders. Its flowers are especially impressive when cut, where the long stems and classic bloom shape make Mikado® an excellent choice for bouquets and arrangements.
A vigorous, upright grower, Mikado® produces successive flushes throughout the growing season. For gardeners seeking a traditional red rose with elegant form, rich color, and excellent cutting potential, Mikado® is a sophisticated and dependable choice.
Key Features
| Feature | Details |
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| Rose Type | Hybrid Tea Rose |
| Variety | Mikado® |
| Flower Color | Rich Crimson to Deep Velvety Red |
| Bloom Size | Large |
| Bloom Form | Classic High-Centered, Double |
| Fragrance | Light |
| Flowering Habit | Repeat Blooming |
| Growth Habit | Upright, Bushy |
| Foliage | Attractive Green |
| Special Features | Classic Red Coloring • Elegant Flower Form • Long Stems • Excellent Cut Flower |
Growing Information
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Light Needs | Full Sun |
| Mature Height | Approximately 3–5' |
| Mature Width | Approximately 2–3' |
| Plant Spacing | 3–4' Apart |
| Water Needs | Regular Water Until Established; Maintain Consistent Moisture During Active Growth |
| Soil Needs | Fertile, Well-Drained Soil |
Ideal Uses
✔ Cutting Gardens
✔ Dedicated Rose Gardens
✔ Mixed Borders
✔ Formal Gardens
✔ Romantic Gardens
✔ Landscape Focal Points
✔ Fresh Floral Arrangements
A Classic Rose for Cutting
The elegant flowers of Mikado® make this variety particularly appealing for gardeners who enjoy bringing roses indoors. Its long stems and refined Hybrid Tea bloom form create sophisticated arrangements, while the rich red coloring pairs beautifully with white, blush, cream, lavender, and pink flowers.
For the longest vase life, harvest blooms as the buds begin to open and place the freshly cut stems into clean water as soon as possible.
Recommended Growing Regions
With appropriate seasonal care, Mikado® can be enjoyed throughout many traditional rose-growing regions. Provide plenty of sunlight, good air circulation, fertile soil, and consistent moisture for the strongest growth and flowering performance.
Why You'll Love Mikado®
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Rich crimson-red blooms create classic garden elegance
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Beautiful high-centered Hybrid Tea flower form
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Long stems make it an excellent rose for cutting
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Repeat flowering provides successive flushes throughout the season
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Upright habit fits beautifully into dedicated rose beds and mixed borders
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Green foliage provides an attractive backdrop for the dramatic flowers
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Timeless red coloring works beautifully in formal and romantic landscapes
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An elegant choice for gardeners who appreciate traditional Hybrid Tea roses
Bring timeless red-rose elegance to your garden with Mikado®. Its richly colored flowers, classic Hybrid Tea form, long cutting stems, and repeat-blooming performance make it a beautiful choice for rose gardens, mixed borders, formal landscapes, and fresh floral arrangements.