Jackson & Perkins Rio Samba Hybrid Tea Rose
Best vibrant floral choice for gardeners seeking dynamic color changes.
This award-winning hybrid tea rose offers a spectacular color-shifting display, transitioning from golden yellow to deep red and orange as the blooms mature. It combines the elegant form of an exhibition rose with the vigorous, heat-tolerant performance of a shrub, making it a reliable choice for diverse climates.
$39.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a high-impact visual centerpiece for their landscape
- Homeowners who enjoy fragrant cut flowers for indoor arrangements
- Busy hobbyists looking for a reliable and productive flowering shrub
Who should skip it
- Low-maintenance gardeners who prefer naturally disease-resistant plant varieties
- Families with small children or pets playing near garden beds
- Northern growers in zones five or lower needing cold-hardy plants
Performance breakdown
Bloom Visual Impact
Multi-colored transformation creates a dynamic, carnival-like display on every stem.
Disease Resistance
Robust genetics keep foliage healthy without constant chemical intervention.
Heat Tolerance
Maintains structural integrity and bloom quality even during peak summer heat.
Repeat Blooming
Consistent flower production ensures color from late spring through autumn.
Cut Flower Utility
Large, sturdy blooms hold up beautifully in vases and floral arrangements.
Growth Vigor
Establishes quickly to form a substantial, reliable presence in garden beds.
Key Specs
Genus
Rosa
Species
hybrida
Variety
'JACrite'
Zone
7 - 10
Bloom Start to End
Late Spring - Late Fall
Height
5 ft - 6 ft
Width
3 ft - 4 ft
Bloom Size
5 inches
Petal Count
30
Bloom Color
Yellow, Orange
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