Since ancient times, roses have been considered one of the most popular and sought-after flowers that are loved by millions of women around the world. This is not surprising, because these plants look simply extraordinary. In addition, they have a unique aroma. The variety of varieties of these crops is literally amazing. At the same time, not everyone knows how exactly a floribunda rose differs from a hybrid tea rose.
Why are these roses special?
To understand the differences between cultures, you need to study the characteristics of each of them. Hybrid tea roses are bred by crossing.Thanks to this, breeders were able to obtain a unique combination of large buds and a pleasant aroma of remontant varieties. They have beautiful shades of the tea group. The first plant from this group appeared in 1865. Its author is the French breeder Andre Guillot.
The characteristic features of this type include the following:
- large flowers;
- correct goblet shape of the bud;
- attractive shades;
- the only bud on the stem.
These varieties do not bloom immediately, which makes it possible to admire them for a long time. This group is mainly grown for sale. Such flowers remain fresh and beautiful for a long time. They suffer from cutting. In most cases, classic bouquets are made from hybrid tea varieties.
Floribunda is another popular variety of roses that is often found in summer cottages. It is created on the basis of musk, hybrid tea and polyanthus varieties. Selection work began in the twenties of the last century. However, this species officially appeared in 1952. It is worth noting that scientists still do not stop their experiments, offering flower growers interesting and original options.
The distinctive features of this variety include the following:
- long flowering - lasts from June to the end of October;
- variety of shapes and shades;
- lush flowering - 8-9 flowers may be present on 1 stem;
- low maintenance requirements;
- no need for mandatory pruning in the fall.
Main differences
The varieties of crops under consideration are characterized by a number of distinctive features.
By aroma
Hybrid tea roses are characterized by a bright and rich aroma. It often has spicy or citrus notes. Either way, the scent is inviting and spicy. Floribundas lack a distinct aroma. You can feel it only in the evening - after sunset. Some representatives of this variety have no aroma at all.
By appearance
Hybrid tea varieties are characterized by stems of reddish-burgundy shades, which makes them even more decorative. Such plants look more elegant than floribunda. It, in turn, is characterized by rich inflorescences. Due to this, the bushes look more lush.
Hybrid tea varieties are characterized by the presence of 1 flower per branch. In floribunda this number reaches 5-10. The culture is characterized by active development and after some time many side branches appear on the bushes.
By size
Hybrid tea rose bushes are always strong and powerful. They almost always exceed 1 meter in height. Floribunda is characterized by lush bushes. However, they do not reach 1 meter in height. However, individual shoots exceed a meter in length. This occurs if they are not trimmed for a long time.
Subtleties of care
Both types of plants require regular watering with warm water. It is recommended to feed them with nitrogen and phosphorus-potassium fertilizers. After flowering, the bushes should be pruned. In addition, it is recommended to cover crops for the winter.
The main difference between floribunda is that it is forbidden to prune it in the autumn. This plant is considered easier to care for, as it is characterized by resistance to disease. Hybrid tea varieties do not withstand frost well.Therefore, they are not grown in areas where the winter temperature is less than -18 degrees.
Hybrid teas and floribunda are popular varieties that are characterized by a number of differences. They relate to visual signs, aroma and care features.
