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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.

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Rose Blackberry Nip

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Rose 'Blackberry Nip' is a distinctive modern rose known for its rich berry toned blooms and strong garden performance. Flowering repeatedly through the warmer months, it adds depth, colour, and fragrance to NZ gardens. Ideal for borders, feature planting, and cutting, it is a reliable and eye catching addition to any outdoor space.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Rose Plants
Height: 1.00 m
Spread: 1.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer, Autumn
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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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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2m 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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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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