Velvety burgundy-red blooms so dark they appear nearly black bring extraordinary drama to the garden and vase.
Developed by Meilland as a cut-flower rose, Black Baccara® pairs exceptionally dark color with up to 45 velvety petals and excellent vase life.
Black Baccara® Hybrid Tea Rose brings extraordinary drama to the garden with velvety burgundy-red flowers so deeply colored they can appear nearly black in certain light. Developed by Meilland as a cut-flower rose, its high-centered blooms combine exceptionally dark color with up to 45 velvety petals and the strong stems and vase life prized for floral arrangements. Dense, dark green foliage provides a sophisticated backdrop, making this distinctive rose equally striking in the garden and the vase.
Black Baccara® grows with an elegant, upright habit and produces flowers in repeat flushes through the season. Its combination of unusual color, classic Hybrid Tea form, and long-lasting cut flowers makes it an exceptional choice for gardeners who want a rose that looks unlike almost anything else in the garden.
Why You'll Love It
Exceptionally dark burgundy-red flowers can appear nearly black in certain light
Velvety petals give the blooms a rich, luxurious appearance
High-centered double flowers contain up to 45 petals
Strong stems make Black Baccara® an outstanding cutting rose
Cut flowers offer excellent vase life
Repeat flowering provides dramatic blooms throughout the season
Dark green foliage intensifies the effect of the deeply colored flowers
Developed by Meilland as a cut-flower rose
Why This Rose Stands Out
There are dark red roses, and then there is Black Baccara®. Its exceptionally deep burgundy-red coloring and velvety petal texture create the illusion of a nearly black rose, especially as light moves across the flowers. Against dark green foliage, the effect is dramatic, sophisticated, and unmistakable.
Its cut-flower heritage adds another reason to grow it. Black Baccara® combines elegant individual flowers with strong stems and excellent vase life, making it a rose selected as much for what happens after you cut a bloom as for the statement it makes growing in the garden.
Plant Highlights
Rose Type: Hybrid Tea Rose
Breeder: Meilland
Cultivar: 'MEIdebenne'
Bloom Color: Very dark burgundy-red, appearing nearly black in certain light
Bloom Size: Approximately 3 inches
Petal Count: Up to 45 petals
Flower Form: High-centered, double blooms
Fragrance Strength: Light
Bloom Season: Late spring through mid fall
Growth Habit: Upright
Mature Height: Approximately 3 to 6 feet
Mature Width: Approximately 2 to 3 feet
Foliage: Dense, dark green
Sun Exposure: Full sun
USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9
Best Garden Uses: Cutting gardens, rose beds, borders, specimen plantings, and dramatic garden combinations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Black Baccara® really a black rose? Black Baccara® is not literally black. Its flowers are an exceptionally deep burgundy-red with a velvety surface that can make the blooms appear nearly black depending on the light. This unusual coloring is the defining characteristic of the rose.
Is Black Baccara® good for cutting? Yes. Developed by Meilland as a cut-flower rose, Black Baccara® produces elegant flowers on strong stems. Its dramatic coloring and excellent vase life make it an outstanding rose for bouquets and arrangements.
What color is Black Baccara®? The flowers are an exceptionally dark burgundy-red. Their deeply saturated color and velvety texture can create a near-black appearance, particularly in certain lighting.
Does Black Baccara® have a fragrance? Black Baccara® has light fragrance. This rose is grown primarily for its exceptionally dark color, velvety petals, classic flower form, and cutting performance rather than strong perfume.
Does Black Baccara® bloom more than once? Yes. Black Baccara® produces flowers in repeat flushes through the growing season, from late spring into fall.
How large does Black Baccara® grow? Black Baccara® develops an upright habit and can grow approximately 3 to 6 feet tall and 2 to 3 feet wide under suitable garden conditions.
Where should I plant Black Baccara®? Plant Black Baccara® in full sun and well-drained soil. Its exceptionally dark flowers are especially striking where they can be viewed up close or contrasted with lighter flowers, silver foliage, or soft-colored companion plants.
Care Tips
Plant Black Baccara® in full sun and well-drained soil with good air circulation. Water deeply at the root zone during dry periods and use mulch to help conserve soil moisture. Remove spent blooms to keep the plant tidy and encourage continued flowering. Prune in early spring to remove dead, damaged, or crossing canes and encourage vigorous new growth.
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