Rouge Royale® Hybrid Tea Rose
Luxurious, intensely fragrant, and dressed in regal color, Rouge Royale® is one of the most captivating modern roses available. Bred by Meilland International, this exceptional Hybrid Tea rose is celebrated for its enormous, old-fashioned blooms, rich raspberry-red coloration, and extraordinary fragrance. Combining the romance of antique roses with the performance of modern breeding, Rouge Royale® creates a spectacular display in gardens, landscapes, and cutting beds alike.
The large, fully double blooms emerge in a deep shade of velvety crimson-red to raspberry-red, packed with layers of beautifully arranged petals. Each flower opens into a lush, quartered rosette that evokes the charm of historic garden roses while offering repeat flowering throughout the growing season.
What truly sets Rouge Royale® apart is its fragrance. Widely regarded as one of the most fragrant modern roses, it produces an intense perfume with notes of damask rose, fruit, and berries, creating a rich and unforgettable garden experience. The blooms are carried on strong stems above healthy dark green foliage, making them equally impressive in the garden and in floral arrangements.
With excellent vigor, repeat blooming, and exceptional flower quality, Rouge Royale® is a rose that delivers beauty, fragrance, and elegance from spring through fall.
Key Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Rose Type | Hybrid Tea Rose |
| Breeder | Meilland International |
| Variety | Rouge Royale® |
| Flower Color | Deep Raspberry Red to Velvety Crimson |
| Bloom Size | Very Large (4–5") |
| Bloom Form | Fully Double, Quartered Old-Fashioned Rosette |
| Petal Count | 75–100+ Petals |
| Fragrance | Exceptionally Strong Damask Rose & Fruity Fragrance |
| Flowering Habit | Repeat Blooming Throughout the Season |
| Growth Habit | Upright, Bushy Shrub |
| Foliage | Glossy Dark Green Leaves |
| Cut Flower Quality | Excellent Long-Stemmed Blooms |
| Special Feature | Extraordinary Fragrance & Antique-Style Blooms |
Growing Information
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Light Needs | Full Sun (Minimum 6 Hours Daily) |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | 5–10 |
| Mature Height | 4–5' |
| Mature Width | 3–4' |
| Plant Spacing | 3–5' Apart |
| Soil Preference | Well-Draining, Fertile Soil |
| Water Requirements | Moderate, Consistent Moisture |
| Climate Preference | Performs Well in a Wide Range of Climates |
| Winter Protection | Recommended in Colder Regions |
Ideal Uses
✔ Cutting Gardens
✔ Fragrant Garden Displays
✔ Formal Rose Gardens
✔ Mixed Borders
✔ Cottage Gardens
✔ Specimen Plantings
✔ Estate Landscapes
Recommended Growing Regions
Rouge Royale® performs exceptionally well in:
- Northeast
- Mid-Atlantic
- Southeast
- Midwest
- Pacific Northwest
- West Coast
- Southwest
- Intermountain West
Its adaptability and excellent repeat bloom performance make it suitable for most rose-growing regions throughout the United States.
Awards & Recognition
🏆 Recognized Internationally for Exceptional Fragrance
🏆 Highly Rated by Rose Enthusiasts for Flower Form and Garden Performance
🏆 Frequently Listed Among the Most Fragrant Modern Roses
Why You'll Love Rouge Royale®
- Huge old-fashioned blooms packed with luxurious petals
- Deep raspberry-red flowers with rich velvety coloration
- One of the strongest fragrances available in a modern rose
- Damask rose perfume with fruity and berry undertones
- Repeat blooms throughout the growing season
- Excellent cut flower performance and vase life
- Romantic antique-style blooms with modern garden reliability
- Glossy foliage and vigorous growth habit
- A standout specimen for fragrance gardens and rose collections
Experience the beauty, fragrance, and romance of Rouge Royale®, a remarkable Hybrid Tea rose prized for its sumptuous blooms and unforgettable perfume. With its rich crimson flowers, old-world charm, and season-long flowering habit, Rouge Royale® brings true royal elegance to any garden.