Oklahoma Potted Rose Bush
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About Oklahoma Potted Rose Bush
Rosa ‘Oklahoma’ Oklahoma
The Oklahoma Rose Bush from Weeks® Roses (USA) is a deep, dramatic Hybrid Tea that debuted in 1964. Bred by Herbert Swim & O.L. Weeks, it’s renowned for its velvety black-red blooms, powerful old‑rose fragrance, and large, graceful form — delivering both elegance and intensity in the garden.
💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: Hybrid Tea
🧬 Breeder: Herbert C. Swim & O.L. Weeks (USA, 1964)
🏢 Introduced By: Weeks® Roses (USA)
🎨 Color: Black‑velvet red, darkest in warm climates
🌸 Petal Count: ~40–45 petals
💠 Bloom Form: Fully double, big and graceful
📏 Bloom Size: Large (~5″)
🔁 Flowering: Repeat bloomer from late spring through fall
🏺 Vase Life: Excellent — long stems with large blooms
🧴 Fragrance: Rich, strong old‑rose scent
🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌿 Growth Type: Bushy, medium to large shrub
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 5–10
📐 Spacing: ~3–4′
↕️ Height: 4–8′
↔️ Width: 3–4′
🛡️ Health & Suitability
💪 Disease Resistance: Good — large leathery foliage helps buffer stress and disease
🌞 Heat & Cool Adaptation: Color deepens to nearly black in warm temps; thrives in heat with classic form
🌎 Regional Recommendations:
West Coast • Mountain West • Midwest • Northeast • Mid‑Atlantic • Pacific Northwest
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