About Touch of Class Potted Rose Bush

Rosa ‘KRIcarlo’ Touch of Class

The Touch of Class™ Potted Rose Bush is an elegant Hybrid Tea rose known for its large, luminous blooms in glowing coral-pink with creamy undertones. A long stemmed favorite, it performs beautifully in the garden or for cutting and remains a standout for color and form.

💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: Hybrid Tea
🧬 Breeder: Michel Kriloff (France)
🎨 Color: Coral-pink blended with cream and peach undertones
🌸 Petal Count: ~25–35 petals
💠 Bloom Form: High-centered, classic exhibition-style blooms (~5–6″ across)
🔁 Flowering: Repeat blooming from late spring through fall
🧴 Fragrance: Mild to moderate, sweet rose scent
🏺 Vase Life: Excellent — long stems, strong form make for superb cut blooms

🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌿 Growth Type: Upright, bushy shrubs
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 5–10
📐 Spacing: ~3′ apart
↕️ Height: ~5–6′
↔️ Width: ~2–3′

🛡️ Health & Suitability
💪 Disease Resistance: Good — benefits from routine care for best performance
🌞 Heat & Cool Adaptation: Color shines in moderate climates; performs well in warmer zones with proper care
🌎 Regional Recommendations:
West Coast • Intermountain West • Southwest • Southeast • Mid-Atlantic • Midwest • Northeast • Pacific Northwest