About Chrysler Imperial Potted Rose Bush

Rosa ‘Chrysler Imperial’ PP 1,167 — Chrysler Imperial

Chrysler Imperial is a deeply romantic hybrid tea rose bred by Dr. Walter E. Lammerts and introduced in the U.S. by Germain Seed & Plant Co. in 1952. With rich, velvety crimson-red blooms and one of the strongest fragrances of any rose, it’s a long-standing favorite in cutting gardens and formal beds. This variety is a vigorous, upright grower that flowers in flushes throughout the season and holds its own in both heat and competition.

💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: Hybrid Tea
🧬 Breeder: Dr. Walter E. Lammerts (USA, 1952)

🎨 Color: Deep, velvety crimson red
🌸 Petal Count: 45–50
💠 Bloom Form: High-centered, full, exhibition-style
📏 Bloom Size: 4.75–5″
🔁 Flowering: Repeat bloomer throughout the growing season
🏺 Vase Life: Excellent – long-stemmed, classic cut rose
🧴 Fragrance: Strong and complex – citrus, clove, and classic damask tones

🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌿 Growth Type: Upright and compact
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 6b–9b
📐 Spacing: 2–3′
↕️ Height: 3–6′
↔️ Width: 2–4′

🛡️ Health & Suitability
🌱 Root Stock: Budded onto Dr. Huey
💪 Disease Resistance: Moderate – benefits from good airflow and dry foliage
🌎 Regional Recommendations:
West Coast, Pacific Northwest, Southwest, Midwest, Southeast, Mid-Atlantic, Northeast
🏅 Awards:
– All-America Rose Selection (1953)
– Portland Gold Medal (1951)
– John Cook Medal (1964)
– James Alexander Gamble Fragrance Award (1965)