Louis de Funès is a vibrant orange hybrid tea rose known for its large, high-centered, double blooms and strong, sweet scent. Introduced in the late 1980s, this cultivar features dark green, glossy foliage on sturdy, upright stems, making it ideal for cut flowers. It is a repeat bloomer that thrives in full sun and well-drained soil.
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Key Characteristics of ‘Louis de Funès’
- Color: Striking orange, often with yellow undertones or a lighter reverse.
- Bloom: Large, double flowers (8–12.5 cm wide) with a high-centered form.
- Fragrance: Strong, fruity scent.
- Habit: Tall, upright shrub (can reach up to 9-10 feet in some conditions, though often smaller).
- Disease Resistance: Known to be very healthy and hardy.
- Usage: Excellent as a garden specimen and a long-lasting cut flower.
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Growing Tips
- Light: Requires full sun (6+ hours daily).
- Soil: Prefers rich, slightly acidic, well-draining soil.
- Maintenance: Benefits from regular feeding with a rose-specific fertilizer during the growing season.
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This rose variety is celebrated for its cheerful, bright color and is popular among gardeners looking for fragrant, showy, and reliable blooms.
