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Ena Harkness Rose: Growth Habit & Growing Tips

Ena Harkness is a medium red hybrid tea bred by Albert Norman and introduced by Harkness Roses in 1946.

Key facts

Growth habit
Bush
Breeder
Albert Norman
Listed for
United Kingdom

Overview

Ena Harkness is a medium red hybrid tea bred by Albert Norman and introduced by Harkness Roses in 1946. It comes from 'Southport' x 'Crimson Glory' and is named after Ena Harkness. Each bloom has 26 to 40 petals and a strong fruity fragrance. Plants grow about 2 to 3 ft (60 to 90 cm) tall. It won the RNRS Gold Medal in 1945. Plant in full sun and prune in late winter. A classic choice for anyone wanting a scented red rose for beds or vases.

Ena Harkness traits

  • Medium red flowers
  • 26 to 40 petals
  • Strong, fruity fragrance
  • 2 to 3 ft (60 to 90 cm) tall
  • RNRS Gold Medal, 1945
  • Parentage: 'Southport' x 'Crimson Glory'

Good for

  • Cut flowers
  • Rose beds
  • Scented garden

Compare with other rose varieties

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VarietyDays to maturityGrowth habitType
Ena Harkness this page—Bush—
A Whiter Shade of Pale—Bush—
Absolutely Fabulous—Bush—
Alexander—Bush—
Alpine Sunset—Bush—
Amber Queen—Bush—
Anne Harkness—Bush—

Ena Harkness FAQ

What kind of rose is Ena Harkness?

Ena Harkness is a medium red hybrid tea bred by Albert Norman and introduced by Harkness Roses in 1946. It comes from 'Southport' x 'Crimson Glory' and is named after Ena Harkness.

How does Ena Harkness compare with other rose varieties?

Ena Harkness: bush. Similar rose varieties include A Whiter Shade of Pale, Absolutely Fabulous, Alexander. The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.

What is Ena Harkness good for?

Ena Harkness is grown for cut flowers, rose beds, scented garden.

Sowing, care and common problems

Sowing times, care and common problems are the same for every rose variety, so they are covered once in the growing guide.

Source

Source: Wikipedia (Wikimedia Foundation)

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