About Veterans' Honor® Potted Rose Bush

Rosa ‘JACcrain’ Veterans' Honor®

The Veterans' Honor® Potted Rose Bush is a commanding red Hybrid Tea known for its huge, velvety blooms and exceptionally long vase life. With tall, elegant stems and a rich, dignified color, it’s a standout cutting rose and a powerful presence in the garden.

💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: Hybrid Tea
🧬 Breeder: Dr. Keith Zary (USA)
🎨 Color: Deep, vibrant red with velvety texture
🌸 Petal Count: ~25–35 petals
💠 Bloom Form: Large, high-centered, exhibition-style
📏 Bloom Size: ~5–6″
🔁 Flowering: Repeat blooming from late spring through frost
🧴 Fragrance: Light, fresh scent
🏺 Vase Life: Exceptional — one of the longest-lasting red roses for cutting

🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌿 Growth Type: Upright, tall, vigorous
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 5–10
📐 Spacing: ~3′ apart
↕️ Height: ~5–6′
↔️ Width: ~3–4′

🛡️ Health & Suitability
💪 Disease Resistance: Very good — strong foliage and sturdy constitution
🌞 Heat & Cool Adaptation: Excellent heat performance; color remains bold and true
🌎 Regional Recommendations:
West Coast • Intermountain West • Southwest • Southeast • Mid-Atlantic • Midwest • Northeast • Pacific Northwest