Tea Rose 'Safrano': The Enduring Apricot Tea

Introduced in 1839 by Beauregard (also known as Saffrona), 'Safrano' is one of the most reliable and widely grown Tea roses—a class prized for their repeat bloom, Tea fragrance, and warm-climate adaptability. The flowers are medium (3 to 4 inches), high-centered to cupped, and a beautiful buff-apricot that deepens to salmon-pink at the edges. They open from long, elegant buds and carry a delicious, sweet Tea perfume.

The plant forms an open, airy shrub 4 to 6 feet tall with slender, reddish canes and light green, semi-glossy foliage. It blooms in continuous flushes from spring through fall, often flowering year-round in frost-free climates. 'Safrano' thrives in heat and humidity where many roses struggle, and appreciates some afternoon shade.

As a foundational Tea rose, 'Safrano' has been a parent to countless hybrids. For gardeners in zones 7-10 seeking a carefree, fragrant, repeat-blooming rose with antique charm, this 1839 classic remains a top choice.