Black Baccara
Rosa 'Black Baccara'
The darkest red rose available, appearing almost black in bud form before opening to reveal deep, velvety burgundy-red petals that create an air of mystery and drama. This modern hybrid tea rose produces stunning, long-stemmed blooms that are prized by florists and gardeners who want something truly unique and sophisticated.
Harvest
70-80d
Days to harvest
Sun
White-Tailed Deer
Zones
5–11
USDA hardiness
Height
1-8 feet
Planting Timeline
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Black Baccara · Zones 5–11
Growing Details
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Complete Growing Guide
Light: White-Tailed Deer, Cottontail Rabbit. Soil: Clay, Loam (Silt). Soil pH: Acid (<6.0), Neutral (6.0-8.0). Height: 1 ft. 0 in. - 8 ft. 0 in.. Spread: 1 ft. 0 in. - 6 ft. 0 in.. Spacing: Less than 12 inches, 12 inches-3 feet, 3 feet-6 feet, 6-feet-12 feet. Growth rate: Medium. Propagation: Grafting.
Harvesting
The accessory fruit is called a hip and forms after the flowers finish blooming. The hip will appear under the sepals of where the flower was after the flower dies. They will turn from green to red. They are filled with many achenes surrounded by irritating hairs.
Color: Green, Red/Burgundy. Type: Achene. Length: < 1 inch. Width: < 1 inch.
Garden value: Showy
Harvest time: Fall
Bloom time: Summer
Edibility: The fruit (called the hip) is edible.
History & Origin
Origin: Temp. & Subtropical Northern Hemisphere (such as Europe & Asia)
Advantages
- +Disease resistance: #showy flowers#fragrant flowers#heat tolerant#rose#tsc#cottage garden#security plant#high maintenance#English garden#cutting garden#border back#tsc-s#bee friendly#container plant#patio#hedge#prickles#shrub rose#cpp#walkway#HS111#HS303#hortcontest#nesting site#fpp
- +Wildlife value: Wildlife is attracted to the edible hips. Single-flowered species and cultivars are attractive to bees. Dead stems are used by stem-nesting bees.
- +Edible: The fruit (called the hip) is edible.
Companion Plants
Plant Together
Lavender
Repels aphids, spider mites, and other pests while attracting beneficial pollinators
Marigolds
Natural pest deterrent against nematodes, aphids, and whiteflies
Garlic
Deters aphids, spider mites, and fungal diseases when planted nearby
Catmint
Repels ants, aphids, and rodents while attracting beneficial insects
Chives
Natural fungicide properties help prevent black spot and powdery mildew
Parsley
Attracts beneficial insects like hoverflies that prey on rose pests
Alliums
Strong scent deters aphids, thrips, and other common rose pests
Clematis
Provides complementary blooming periods and similar growing requirements
Keep Apart
Black Walnut
Produces juglone toxin that inhibits rose growth and can cause wilting
Large Trees
Compete for nutrients and water while creating excessive shade that roses cannot tolerate
Mint
Aggressive spreading roots compete with roses and can overwhelm the root system
Pests & Disease Resistance
Resistance
Moderate disease resistance
Common Pests
Aphids, thrips, spider mites, Japanese beetles
Diseases
Black spot, powdery mildew, rust