About Olympiad™ Bare Root Rose Bush

Rosa 'Macauck' — Hybrid Tea Rose

The Olympiad™ Bare Root Rose Bush is a legendary clear-red Hybrid Tea known for its large, perfectly formed blooms and long, elegant stems. A classic cutting rose with rich color that holds beautifully in heat, it brings show-quality presence to any garden.

💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: Hybrid Tea
🧬 Breeder: Sam McGredy IV (New Zealand)
🎨 Color: Pure, vivid crimson-red
🌸 Petal Count: ~30–35 petals
💠 Bloom Form: High-centered, exhibition-style blooms
📏 Bloom Size: ~4–5″
🔁 Flowering: Repeats steadily from late spring through fall
🧴 Fragrance: Light, fruity rose scent
🏺 Vase Life: Excellent — long stems, classic cut-flower form

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

🛡️ Health & Suitability
💪 Disease Resistance: Good — particularly tolerant of mildew; may need care in humid blackspot-prone regions
🌞 Heat & Cool Adaptation: Excellent color retention in heat; strong performance across climates
🌎 Regional Recommendations:
West Coast • Intermountain West • Southwest • Southeast • Mid-Atlantic • Midwest • Northeast • Pacific Northwest