Marco Polo Rose – Description
Type: Hybrid Tea Rose
Color: Soft creamy yellow or pale apricot with blush pink undertones (colors may vary slightly depending on climate and soil)
Bloom Size: Large, approximately 10–12 cm (4–5 inches) across
Petals: High petal count (30–45), forming classic high-centered blooms
Fragrance: Strong, sweet old-rose fragrance
Flowering: Repeat bloomer; blooms profusely throughout the growing season
Growth Habit: Upright and bushy
Height: About 90–120 cm (3–4 feet)
Width: 60–90 cm (2–3 feet)
Foliage: Glossy dark green, disease-resistant leaves
Hardiness: Suitable for warm to temperate climates; needs protection in severe frost
Use: Ideal for cut flowers, display beds, and formal rose gardens
🌿 Care Tips
Sunlight: Full sun (at least 6 hours daily)
Watering: Deep watering twice a week; avoid wetting the foliage
Pruning: Prune in early spring to encourage strong new growth
Fertilization: Monthly feeding during the growing season with rose fertilizer
Pests/Disease: Keep an eye out for aphids, black spot, and powdery mildew