Sandringham Centenary™

Hybrid tea rose

- – Wisbech Plant Co. Ltd.

Warm, rich orange-pink tone with a subtle salmon hue. - hybrid tea rose - mild, subtly scented rose - rose-like character

– Warm orange-pink blooms with salmon tones
– Elegant cup-shaped flowers for cutting
– Reliable repeat bloomer with strong second flush
– Upright, bushy habit for borders and beds
– Winter hardy to H7, suitable for colder areas
– Special feature: Named to honour the Sandringham Estate centenary, with distinctive bright red hips.

Exclusive finished product

pharmaROSA® NEONATAL rooted rose cutting

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Sandringham Centenary™ – pharmaROSA® NEONATAL rooted cutting for premium hybrid tea production

Sandringham Centenary™ offers premium own-root propagation material for growers targeting an exclusive hybrid tea rose finish, with a focus on flower quality and exhibition-grade form. As a tray-grown NEONATAL cutting, it integrates smoothly into nursery-scale propagation beds and container production, supporting predictable scheduling and homogeneous batches for high-value, 5–7 L premium container lines. The upright, bushy habit, glossy dark-green foliage and remontant, orange-pink blooms provide a reliable basis for cut-flower and show-bench oriented ranges, while own-root longevity underpins stock blocks for thematic and collection gardens. In typical UK nursery conditions it performs reliably even in colder, exposed garden projects, offering a good answer where winter and wind tolerant planting is required, and the natural development arc from root establishment through shoot build-up to full ornamental expression over three seasons supports long-term, low-replacement production planning.

Usage options

Target area	Reasoning
Premium 5–7 L container line for retail and reseller channels	The upright, bushy structure at 100–140 cm and moderately dense canopy provides a visually strong, sale-ready outline in 5–7 L premium containers, with balanced height-to-volume ratio that suits exclusive finished product ranges. Using own-root NEONATAL material allows You to build homogeneous batches and maintain continuity for retail / reseller programmes focused on hybrid tea presentation. The premium container product path and bush-trained release form support a clear framework, easing crown shaping and ensuring consistent bench impact for retail/reseller partners.
Cut-flower and exhibition hybrid tea production blocks	The large, medium-double, cup-shaped blooms with solitary, long-stem presentation suit cut-flower and exhibition hybrid tea programmes where form and stem quality are decisive. A premium 5–7 L route allows You to raise strong plants that deliver exhibition-capable stems and reliable second flushes, fitting exclusive finished product positioning in specialist retail or show-focused outlets. Own-root plants give a renewable base for stock blocks, supporting low replacement and predictable stem supply for cut-flower/exhibition growers.
Thematic and collection rose gardens for public-realm clients	The orange-pink, salmon-toned colour range and commemorative name connected to Sandringham make this cultivar suitable for curated collections and thematic rose gardens where story and visual coherence matter. Using NEONATAL own-root material for nursery propagation beds enables stable identity and long-term sustainability, while the premium container path allows You to supply finished plants for civic or institutional projects seeking exclusive hybrid tea selections for public-realm specifiers.
Border and courtyard plantings in high-value garden projects	The upright, bushy habit and 60–90 cm spread adapt well to border and courtyard schemes where a vertical, elegant hybrid tea is needed without excessive width. Finished in 5–7 L pots, the plants establish quickly and fill their allotted space predictably, supporting high-end home garden lines sold through quality retail / reseller channels. Own-root resilience contributes to long lifespan and stable ornamental performance, reducing complaint risk for independent garden centres.
Colour-focused feature SKUs in premium rose assortments	The warm orange-pink colour, with controlled fading from deep salmon-orange to soft pink-peach with a creamy cast, allows You to position this cultivar as a distinctive colour-point within an exclusive hybrid tea segment. Remontant flowering with a plentiful second flush helps maintain colour presence on benches and in planted displays. Aligning this with the premium container path creates clearly differentiated SKUs for assortment managers.
Own-root stock maintenance and propagation beds	As an own-root hybrid tea, Sandringham Centenary™ is suitable for long-term stock beds intended for cultivar maintenance and future cutting production, supporting identity security in thematic collections. Bush-trained framework canes make it straightforward to manage pruning and renewal, while NEONATAL uniformity streamlines bed planning. This supports dependable supply for premium, exclusive finished product ranges aimed at wholesale nursery networks.
Medium-maintenance ranges with managed plant health expectations	Moderate disease resistance and medium maintenance needs position this cultivar for programmes where regular but not intensive care is feasible, and quality expectations are clear. Communicating the requirement for occasional pest and disease control aligns with professional management in premium container production and in high-value home gardens. Own-root regeneration supports recovery after pruning or health interventions, which is advantageous for contract grower partners.
Cold-tolerant hybrid tea offer for northern UK and similar climates	The stated hardiness down to approximately -21 to -18 °C and RHS H7 rating allow You to build a hybrid tea line that can be reliably specified in cooler UK regions and comparable climates. This supports supply into nursery and public-realm projects where robust winter performance is mandatory, integrating well with 5–7 L premium container work. In practice, it answers projects in colder, wind-exposed sites where dependable winter and wind tolerant rose choices are needed for regional project suppliers.

Finished-product ideas

Premium 5–7 L hybrid tea feature – Upright, bushy plants in 5–7 L containers, showcasing large, orange-pink blooms as an exclusive finished product line for display benches – target audience/channel: retail / reseller.
Exhibition and cut-stem mother stock – NEONATAL own-root bushes trained with 3–5 framework canes for dedicated cutting beds feeding exhibition hybrid tea and cut-flower programmes – target audience/channel: specialist show growers and cut-rose producers.
Royal-themed collection element – Branded Sandringham Centenary™ units within curated “heritage/royal” collections, finished in premium containers for thematic rose gardens and commemorative schemes – target audience/channel: public-realm and project suppliers.
Court-yard border premium mix – Mixed trolleys of 5–7 L plants selected for upright habit and strong flower form, positioned as a ready-made courtyard and border solution – target audience/channel: independent garden centres and quality retailers.
Cold-climate hybrid tea line – A regional assortment built around H7-hardy hybrid teas, including Sandringham Centenary™, supplied as premium containers for northern and exposed sites – target audience/channel: northern nurseries and landscaper-focused wholesalers.

Technical cultivar profile

Parameter	Data
Name and registration	Sandringham Centenary™ hybrid tea rose; registered as Sandringham Centenary, ARS exhibition name Sandringham Centenary; commercial type and group: hybrid tea rose; no former name recorded.
Origin and breeding	Bred by Wisbech Plant Co. Ltd. (United Kingdom) from ‘Queen Elizabeth’ × ‘Baccará’; introduced and registered in 1981 by Wisbech Plant Co. Ltd.; breeding year not provided; selection oriented to hybrid tea quality.
Awards and recognition	not provided
Growth and structural characteristics	Upright, bushy habit reaching around 100–140 cm in height with a 60–90 cm spread; moderately dense, glossy dark-green foliage; moderately thorny shoots; self-cleaning behaviour not provided in current data.
Flower morphology	Hybrid tea blooms are large (approximately 2.75–3.95 in), double-flowered with 26–39 petals, solitary on stems, cup-shaped with slightly ruffled petal edges; repeat-flowering with a plentiful second flush of blooms.
Colour data and phenology	Warm orange-pink with a subtle salmon hue; buds vibrant orange-pink; newly opened flowers deep salmon-orange with rosier centres; colour fades through orange-pink and pink-peach to a light creamy cast; colour retention moderate.
Fragrance and aroma	Mild, subtly scented rose with a rose-like fragrance character; fragrance strength is present but not dominant, supporting cut-flower and exhibition uses without overwhelming adjacent plantings or display environments.
Hip characteristics	Produces rose hips in small quantities; hips are spherical, bright red, approximately 8–12 mm in diameter; hip set is incidental rather than a primary ornamental or production feature for this hybrid tea cultivar.
Resistance and winter hardiness	Moderate resistance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust; requires occasional pest and disease control in production; hardy approximately to -21 to -18 °C, classified RHS H7, Swedish zone 3, USDA zone 6b, suiting colder temperate regions.
Horticultural recommendations	Recommended for borders, cut-flower use, courtyard and home gardens; medium maintenance with periodic health interventions; supplied bush-trained with 3–5 framework canes; recommended route is premium container production, typically 5–7 L pots.

Sandringham Centenary™ combines premium flower form, upright bushy structure and reliable winter hardiness on an own-root base that supports predictable, long-lived stock stands; please feel free to contact us to align on volumes and scheduling.

Detailed product attributes

Product Identification Data

Product Name: SANDRINGHAM CENTENARY™ – orange-pink hybrid tea rose - Wisbech Plant Co. Ltd.

Product Type: pharmaROSA® NEONATAL - rooted rose cutting

Product Quality: -

Cultivar Authenticity: Verified:15.04.2025

Cultivar Quality Rating: premium silver

Item Number: [756] 20-655 (14.02.2026) pharmarosaneonatal.co.uk

Name and Registration

Meaning of Cultivar Name: The name refers to the British royal family's Norfolk residence, the Sandringham Estate, commemorating its centenary.

Cultivar Synonym: -

Registered Cultivar Name: Sandringham Centenary

Original Trade Name: Sandringham Centenary™

Former Name: -

Current Trade Name: Sandringham Centenary™ Hybrid tea rose Sandringham Centenary

American Rose Society Approved Exhibition Name: Sandringham Centenary

Rose Group: Hybrid Tea

Commercial Type: hybrid tea rose

Commercial Group: Hybrid tea rose

Exhibition Category: cut flower; exhibition hybrid tea

Collection: Hybrid tea rose

Origin and Breeding

Initial Distributor: Wisbech Plant Co. Ltd. (United Kingdom)

Introduction Year: 1981

Registration Year: 1981

Breeder: Wisbech Plant Co. Ltd.

Breeding Company / Institution: Wisbech Plant Co Ltd

Breeding Year: -

Parentage: ‘Queen Elizabeth’ × ‘Baccará’

Awards and Honours

Global and Lifetime Awards: -

Horticultural Ratings and Recommendations: -

Competition and Show Awards: -

Collectors' Recommendations: -

Growth and Structural Characteristics

Height: 3.3-4.6ft (100-140 cm)

Spread: 2-3ft (60-90 cm)

Growth Habit: upright, bushy

Foliage: The variety has moderately dense foliage. The leaves have a glossy surface and a dark green hue.

Prickliness: moderately thorny

Self-Cleaning Description: No data available on self-cleaning.

Self-Cleaning Intensity: No data available on self-cleaning strength.

Flower Morphology

Petal Count: 26-39

Flower Fullness: double-flowered

Flower Shape: cup-shaped, slightly ruffled edges

Flower Size: L (2,75-3,95 in)

Inflorescence Type: solitary

Colour Code: ARS code: op RHS code: 31B (outer), 31A (inner)

Repeat Flowering: Remontant, with a plentiful second flush of blooms.

Colour Data and Phenology

Colour: orange-pink

Flower Colour Description: Warm, rich orange-pink tone with a subtle salmon hue.

Closed Bud: Vibrant orange-pink, slightly darker at the tip.

Newly Opened Flower: Deep salmon‑orange forms the base, with the centres of the inner petals showing a rosier flush.

Full Bloom: Uniform, medium‑double orange‑pink, fading towards the edges of the outer petals.

Before Fading: Paler, soft rosy-peach hue with a slight creamy fading.

Colour Fading Description: As it opens, the deep salmon‑orange shade fades to orange‑pink, then to a light pink‑peach tone, finishing with a slight creamy cast.

Colour Retention Level: moderate

Fragrance and Aroma

Fragrance Strength: mild, subtly scented rose

Fragrance Character: rose-like character

Pollinator Attraction: Double-flowered (26–39 petals) and with reduced stamen accessibility, it is therefore less attractive to pollinators.

Pollinator-Friendly Rating: Due to its double flowers (26–39 petals), its pollinator-friendliness is limited; it is primarily an ornamental variety

Soap and Cosmetic Use: -

Hip Characteristics

Maximum Hip Diameter: 8-12 mm

Hip Shape: spherical

Hip Colour: bright red

Hip Comment: Rose hip produced in small quantities, 8–12 mm in diameter, spherical and bright red.

Resistance and Hardiness

Hardiness (°C): -21–-18 °C

RHS Hardiness Rating: H7

Swedish Hardiness Zone: Zon 3

USDA Hardiness Zone: 6b

Heat and Drought Tolerance Description: No data are available on heat–drought tolerance.

Heat and Drought Tolerance Level: -

Disease Resistance: moderate

powdery mildew – moderate
black spot – moderate
rust – moderate

Horticultural Recommendations

Recommended product path: Premium container

Recommended target pot: 5–7 L

Release form: Bush-trained, with 3–5 strong framework canes

Recommended use: Maintenance requirement medium; occasionally requires pest and disease control.

Primary Uses: border, cut flower, courtyard garden, home garden

Comments

Positioning: Exclusive finished product

Target customer/channel: Retail / reseller

Main value proposition: Flower quality, form

SANDRINGHAM CENTENARY™ – orange-pink hybrid tea rose - Wisbech Plant Co. Ltd.

Warm, rich orange-pink tone with a subtle salmon hue. - hybrid tea rose - mild, subtly scented rose - rose-like character

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PharmaRosa® NEONATAL is the cost‑effective starting point for rose product production.

As a uniform, own‑rooted propagation material, it provides a stable basis for further growing-on and can be integrated flexibly into different finished product production technologies.
Rooted in trays (rooted), 3–6‑month‑old, own‑rooted rose cutting.
Uniform developmental stage, with a root system that has thoroughly penetrated the plug.
For professional growing‑on.
Tray packaging: 10 pcs/tray.
Quality and varietal identity: production supported by a dedicated identification and traceability logic.
Can be transplanted during frost‑free periods, designed for finished product production.

PharmaRosa® NEONATAL provides a controlled, uniform starting stock for planned growing‑on that can be integrated into your own technology – especially where scheduling and varietal identity are paramount.

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