Beautiful Dreamer Hybrid Tea Rose

Beautiful Dreamer is the Jackson & Perkins Rose of the Year for 2014, admired for its graceful form, reliable performance, and exceptional disease resistance—particularly against powdery mildew. Named after the classic Stephen Foster parlor song, this hybrid tea captures the same gentle romance and enduring charm. Its 5-inch blossoms open slowly and evenly from warm peach-colored buds, revealing 35 to 40 pink-to-coral petals with a slightly lighter reverse. Lightly licorice-scented and held on strong 14- to 16-inch stems, these blooms are superb for cutting and retain their form beautifully as they mature.

The plant's refined appearance continues beyond the flowers. Beautiful Dreamer forms a lovely, balanced shrub with thin, dark green leaves measuring 1 to 2 inches—an elegant backdrop that enhances every bloom. Its proven resistance to disease makes it a dependable choice for gardeners seeking both beauty and ease. Use it as a standout in a cutting garden, as a specimen plant, or in mixed beds and borders where its coral-pink hues harmonize well with companion plants like salvia, catmint, or soft grasses. Whether displayed individually or grouped for greater impact, this hybrid tea brings a soft, dreamy glow to any sunny landscape.

Beautiful Dreamer thrives in full sun and well-drained, fertile soil. Prune in early spring by reducing the plant to about half its height—or 18 to 20 inches above the ground—and remove old, dead, or crossing canes to promote healthy new growth. In warmer climates, trim the remaining canes by one-third; in colder regions, prune slightly more for winter readiness. With proper care, this exceptional rose rewards gardeners with months of refined blooms and an effortlessly classic presence in the garden.

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