Twilight Zone Grandiflora Rose: Smoky Purple Mystery

The Twilight Zone grandiflora rose, introduced in 2011 by Carruth (WEKebbtidre, Wekebtidere), offers large, high-centered blooms of a smoky, deep purple with a velvety texture and a strong, spicy fragrance. A modern masterpiece of color and scent.

Classification and Heritage

Family: Rosaceae (ro-ZAY-see-ee)
Genus: Rosa (RO-zuh)
Cultivar: 'Twilight Zone'
Additional names: WEKebbtidre, Wekebtidere
Hybridized by: Carruth
Registered/Introduced: 2011

Growth Habit and Blooms

Upright 4–5 feet. Flowers 4–5 inches, deep smoky purple, high-centered, velvety. Strong, spicy fragrance. Good repeat bloom.

Cultivation Tips

• Sunlight: Full sun.
• Soil: Rich, well-drained.
• Watering: Regular.
• Pruning: Hard spring prune.
• Hardiness: USDA zones 6–9.

Landscape Uses

Rose beds, cutting gardens, specimen. The smoky purple is dramatic.