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black tea rose plant

If you’re captivated by roses that offer something truly unique, the black tea rose plant is a must-have addition for your garden. This extraordinary rose features dusky, cocoa-toned petals that deepen to rich shades of mahogany and smoky burgundy as they mature. With its enticing tea fragrance and sophisticated colouring, the black tea rose plant stands out in any rose collection, adding a touch of vintage elegance and charm. Whether you’re a seasoned rose enthusiast or exploring more unusual varieties, this rose brings both beauty and intrigue to New Zealand gardens.

1m wide Black Polythene

This polythene is 80 microns thick, very durable, and suits a host of different uses. Please enquire about larger sizes and heavier grades.

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Heuchera 'Northern Exposure Black'

Heuchera 'Northern Exposure Black' is a dramatic perennial renowned for its intensely dark foliage that provides exceptional contrast and year round interest in the garden. The large leaves display rich near black colouring that stands out beautifully against lighter plants and garden features.

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From $22.01

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Perennials

Height: 30 cm

Spread: 40 cm

Flowering time: Summer

Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas

Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Tropical

Distinctive Colours and Fragrance

The black tea rose plant is celebrated for its complex blend of colour and scent. The blooms display a rare fusion of brown, deep red, and tea-coloured hues, giving your flower beds a subtle, atmospheric vibe. This rose’s unique palette makes it ideal for companion planting with darker foliage like Heuchera Northern Exposure Black (Coral Bells) or striking neighbours such as Canna 'Tropicanna Black'. Its strong tea fragrance further enhances the sensory experience, inviting you to linger among your roses.

Growing and Care Advice

Black tea rose plants thrive in sunny locations with well-drained, rich soil. Regular feeding with rose-specific fertiliser helps them produce abundant, vibrant blooms. Like most modern roses, ensure deep watering at the base and avoid wetting the foliage to minimise fungal issues. Pruning spent blooms extends flowering, while winter pruning keeps the plant healthy and encourages lush new growth come spring. If you’re designing a mixed rose bed, consider pairing this rose with lighter-toned varieties or those with contrasting textures, such as the uniquely shaded Rose Blackberry Nip or the coffee-toned Rose Spiced Coffee.

Landscaping and Floral Uses

The black tea rose plant brings a refined, moody aesthetic to borders, perennial beds, and container displays. Its antique-inspired colouring pairs beautifully with modern landscape styles or traditional cottage gardens. In cut flower arrangements, these roses add depth and elegance, especially when combined with bronzed foliage or sunset-toned blooms. For a playful accent, consider growing alongside the vibrant Portulaca Pazzaz Sunset (Moss Rose Plant), which creates a striking colour contrast and extends your garden’s blooming period.

Explore More Unique Roses and Plants

If you’re seeking more unusual rose varieties, be sure to browse our selection of scented and robust performers like Rose Blackberry Nip and Rose Spiced Coffee. For gardeners interested in dark dramatic foliage, Heuchera Northern Exposure Black (Coral Bells) or Canna 'Tropicanna Black' make excellent companions. And for those who love resilient, colourful groundcovers, Portulaca Pazzaz Sunset (Moss Rose Plant) is an inspired choice.

Grow a garden that’s as distinctive as you are with the black tea rose plant—an easy-care rose that brings extraordinary colour, sophisticated fragrance, and endless design possibilities to your home.

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Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.

black tea rose plant

1m wide Black Polythene

Heuchera 'Northern Exposure Black'

Did you find what you are looking for?

Distinctive Colours and Fragrance

Growing and Care Advice

Landscaping and Floral Uses

Explore More Unique Roses and Plants

Contact us

Explore Garden Inspiration

black tea rose plant

1m wide Black Polythene

Heuchera 'Northern Exposure Black'

Did you find what you are looking for?

Distinctive Colours and Fragrance

Growing and Care Advice

Landscaping and Floral Uses

Explore More Unique Roses and Plants

Contact us

Explore Garden Inspiration

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