"Cherry Velvet" is a cut-flower rose bred by Jan Spek Rozen (Netherlands). It grows upright and vigorously to 80–120 cm tall, bearing cup-shaped blooms around 10 cm in diameter. The flowers are deep cherry red or purplish-red (darker in cool conditions), with a unique velvety texture, ruffled outer petals, and a tight "heart" effect. They have a light old rose fragrance with subtle lemon notes, last 7–10 days as cut flowers. It has good disease resistance (especially to powdery mildew and black spot) but average rain tolerance, with petals prone to browning in humid conditions.
Categorized Features
Flower Shape: Cup-shaped; outer petals spread open, inner petals tightly wrapped, forming a "rolled heart" effect; petals have a unique velvety texture.
Flower Color: Deep cherry red or purplish-red (darker under low temperatures).
Blooming Period: Single bloom lasts about 7–10 days (vase life).
Flower Diameter: About 10 cm.
Height: 80–120 cm.
Plant Type: Upright, vigorous growth habit; dark green leaves.
Fragrance: Light old rose scent with subtle lemon undertones.
Disease Resistance: Good, with certain resistance to powdery mildew and black spot.