Han Xian CL

The HanXian rose, a climbing variety introduced in 2021, is a stunning and elegant cultivar known for its vibrant and changing colors as the blooms mature. Here are its key characteristics:
English Name: HanXian
Height: 200–300 cm (approximately 79–118 inches)
Flower Color: Initially vibrant apricot-orange, transitioning to soft apricot-pink at the edges with a white glow.
Flower Type: Fully double
Flower Diameter: 8–10 cm (approximately 3–4 inches)
Fragrance: Light fragrance
Flowering Habit: Multi-season repeat blooming
Disease Resistance: Moderate
Cold Resistance: Unknown
Heat Tolerance: Unknown
Origin: China
Breeder: Jiang Zhengzhi
Released: 2021
Key Features:
Color & Flower Appearance: The blooms start with a fiery apricot-orange center, slowly fading to a soft apricot-pink with a faint white edge, giving it a beautiful gradient effect. The flower looks almost like an orange-hued lotus when fully open, with petals that appear rich and full.
Flower Shape: The flowers, when fully opened, reach 8–10 cm in diameter, round and full. The petals towards the center are particularly thick and substantial, making this a great variety for cutting as well.
Foliage: The leaves of the HanXian rose stand out for their distinct, wavy texture, adding an additional layer of charm to the plant. This characteristic makes it easy to identify even by its foliage alone.
Growth Form: HanXian is versatile, capable of being grown as a climbing rose, reaching 2–3 meters in height, making it ideal for walls or arches. It also has the potential to be pruned into a shrub form, allowing it to be grown in pots, thanks to its excellent repeat blooming.
This climbing rose is prized for its unique color transitions, abundant flowering, and aesthetic appeal, making it suitable for various garden designs, especially vertical ones.