South Seas™

Hybrid tea rose

- – Dennison Harlow Morey

Vivid coral pink with a slight orange hue. - hybrid tea rose - medium-strength, noticeably fragrant rose - fruity, rose-scented

– Rich coral-pink blooms with gentle fading.
– Very full, elegant hybrid tea flower form.
– Medium, fruity rose fragrance.
– Compact, upright habit for beds or pots.
– Excellent resistance to major rose diseases.
– Special feature: Premium gold-rated variety with exhibition-quality cut flowers.

Exclusive finished product

pharmaROSA® NEONATAL rooted rose cutting

30,85 £

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South Seas™ – coral-pink hybrid tea rose – pharmaROSA® NEONATAL rooted cutting

Premium own-root South Seas™ provides a stable propagation base for nursery and wholesale programmes focused on cut flower quality and exhibition appeal, with bush-trained material forming 3–5 strong framework canes ideal for a container route into 5–7 L pots. Its remontant flowering delivers large, very full, solitary blooms in a vivid coral-pink with good colour retention, supporting reliable scheduling of exclusive finished stock. Medium-strength fruity, rose-scented fragrance and verified cultivar authenticity fit premium-gold quality expectations, while own-root longevity underpins homogeneous stands and predictable capacity. Over three seasons the roots establish, then shoot structure consolidates, and by the third year full ornamental value is typically realised, with hardiness aligned to demanding UK sites where winter and wind exposure are significant factors. This reliable hybrid tea aligns well with exclusive retail and reseller collections targeting flower form and colour.

Usage options

Target area	Reasoning
Premium 5–7 L patio and feature containers	South Seas™ combines large, very full, solitary coral-pink blooms with good colour retention, matching premium container lines where flower quality is decisive. Bush-trained NEONATAL material with 3–5 framework canes knits quickly into 5–7 L pots, giving a balanced, upright habit suited to specimen patio or terrace use. Own-root longevity supports repeat production with low replacement risk, important for exclusive finished product ranges positioned on flower form for retail / reseller partners.
Cut flower orientated nursery blocks	The hybrid tea flower form, exhibition-category classification and long, upright shoots make this cultivar suitable for nursery cut-flower blocks supplying local or integrated chains. Remontant, abundant second flowering supports staggered cutting windows when grown on from NEONATAL trays into field or container beds. Own-root propagation provides a renewable stool base, maintaining block uniformity over time and supporting exclusive finished product offers emphasising cut-flower quality for retail / reseller customers.
Low-intervention display beds for public or show gardens	Good resistance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust, combined with low maintenance requirements, allows planting in display beds where intensive spraying is not desired. NEONATAL own-root stock scales efficiently for larger beds, while the upright, dense, dark green foliage creates coherent, easily maintained blocks. The development arc from strong roots through structural shoots to full ornamental expression supports long-term planning of thematic or collection plantings for retail / reseller programmes.
Exclusive hybrid tea focal points in thematic rose gardens	The vivid coral-pink with a slight orange hue and stable colour development make South Seas™ a strong focal cultivar in colour-themed or breeder-focused collections. Premium-gold quality NEONATAL material ensures identity-true propagation for collection and show-garden plantings, while remontant flowering sustains season-long interest. Own-root plants offer long lifespan and regeneration after pruning, safeguarding investment in exclusive finished product concepts promoted on flower quality for retail / reseller ranges.
Fragrance-led premium container assortment	Medium-strength fruity, rose-scented fragrance allows positioning in scented hybrid tea assortments where aroma supports upsell over generic lines. Growing on bush-trained NEONATAL plants into 5–7 L premium containers provides a consistent format for fragrance-focused benches and grouped retail displays. Own-root durability helps maintain uniform scented ranges year-on-year with minimal regrading, supporting premium, flower-form based positioning for retail / reseller collections.
Climatic-resilient stock for cooler, exposed regions	With hardiness rated to around -21–-18 °C (RHS H7, Swedish zone 3, USDA 6b), South Seas™ can underpin programmes serving cooler or more exposed UK locations, including northern sites with winter and wind pressure. NEONATAL own-root production supports robust establishment, reducing losses during hard winters and subsequent replanting costs. This resilience underpins confidence when offering exclusive hybrid tea lines into wider geographic retail / reseller markets.
Colour-stable retail lines for longer bench life	Good colour retention and gradual fading from vivid to paler coral-pink keep plants visually saleable over a longer retail window, reducing unsold write-off. Remontant flowering ensures further buds follow the first flush, especially when NEONATAL plants are timed into 5–7 L containers for peak season. Own-root structure supports consistent rebloom over years, enabling repeatable scheduling of exclusive, flower-form led hybrid tea offers for retail / reseller channels.
Low-maintenance premium hybrids for integrator and network supply	Low maintenance needs and good disease resistance lower aftercare requirements for end-users, which is valuable for integrators and nursery networks supplying public-facing projects. NEONATAL tray-rooted cuttings are easy to handle logistically and integrate into container production lines, offering predictable quality at scale. This supports homogeneous, reliable batches of exclusive hybrid tea stock positioned around flower quality and form for retail / reseller distribution.

Finished-product ideas

Premium 6 L coral-pink hybrid tea feature – Finished in 5–7 L containers from bush-trained NEONATAL stock, highlighting large, very full, colour-stable blooms and low maintenance needs – target audience/channel: premium retail / reseller benches.
Exhibition-look hybrid tea collector line – Small batch, label-focused range emphasising exhibition hybrid tea status, fragrance and verified authenticity, produced from own-root NEONATAL plants – target audience/channel: specialist rose retailers and mail-order resellers.
Fragrant terrace rose in 7 L pots – Scent-led SKU combining medium-strength fruity fragrance with upright, dense foliage form, grown on as a premium container specimen – target audience/channel: garden centres with fragrance-themed promotions.
Hybrid tea cut-and-display concept – Dual-use product promoted for garden enjoyment and home cutting, built on remontant flowering and strong flower form from NEONATAL-derived plants – target audience/channel: retail chains and independent resellers.
Low-input hybrid tea collection bed pack – Multi-unit offer for project and show gardens, using disease-resistant, low-maintenance, own-root plants to form cohesive display beds – target audience/channel: wholesalers serving public-realm and institutional clients via resellers.

Technical cultivar profile

Parameter	Data
Name and registration	South Seas™ is a hybrid tea rose (South Seas) with ARS exhibition approval; registered in 1962 under US plant patent PP 2184 and used commercially as a premium hybrid tea.
Origin and breeding	Bred by Dennison Harlow Morey from ‘Rapture’ × unknown seedling, introduced and initially distributed by Jackson & Perkins Co. (USA) in 1962, reflecting classic mid‑20th‑century hybrid tea breeding.
Awards and recognition	not provided
Growth and structural characteristics	Forms an upright bush 70–90 cm high and 65–85 cm wide, with moderately thorny shoots and dense, slightly glossy dark green foliage, offering a coherent, structurally strong framework for container or bed use.
Flower morphology	Large, very full, cup-shaped solitary blooms with 40+ petals on upright stems; remontant with an abundant second flowering, ideal for feature display, cutting and premium hybrid tea presentation in beds or containers.
Colour data and phenology	Coral-pink with a slight orange hue (RHS 40B outer, 40C inner); vivid buds open to uniform coral pink, then gently fade to pale coral-pink while retaining the main tone, supporting consistent visual impact over time.
Fragrance and aroma	Medium-strength, noticeably fruity, rose-scented fragrance provides a distinct yet not overpowering scent profile, supporting use in fragrance-led ranges alongside visual display, both in gardens and cut-flower contexts.
Hip characteristics	Produces spherical orange-red hips, around 10–14 mm in diameter, in moderate quantities; hips add seasonal interest but do not generally dominate the plant’s appearance in ornamental or production settings.
Resistance and winter hardiness	Rated resistant to powdery mildew, black spot and rust; hardy to approximately -21–-18 °C (RHS H7, Swedish zone 3, USDA 6b), with moderate heat tolerance requiring regular watering during extended dry spells.
Horticultural recommendations	Recommended for flower beds, cut-flower production and specimen use; low maintenance with generally good disease resistance; best routed as a premium container product from bush-trained own-root material with 3–5 framework canes.

South Seas™ offers remontant, colour-stable, fragrant hybrid tea blooms on disease-resistant, own-root plants that build long-lived, predictable stands; please contact us to discuss capacity planning and scheduling for your programmes.

Detailed product attributes

Product Identification Data

Product Name: SOUTH SEAS™ – coral-pink hybrid tea rose - Morey

Product Type: pharmaROSA® NEONATAL - rooted rose cutting

Product Quality: -

Cultivar Authenticity: Verified:01.09.2025

Cultivar Quality Rating: premium gold

Item Number: [674] 20-484 (14.02.2026) pharmarosaneonatal.co.uk

Name and Registration

Meaning of Cultivar Name: The name "South Seas" literally means southern seas and evokes exotic, tropical landscapes.

Cultivar Synonym: Mers du Sud

Registered Cultivar Name: South Seas

Original Trade Name: South Seas

Former Name: -

Current Trade Name: South Seas™ Hybrid tea rose South Seas

American Rose Society Approved Exhibition Name: South Seas

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: Jackson & Perkins Co. (USA)

Introduction Year: 1962 (introduced in the USA)

Registration Year: 1962 (US plant patent PP 2184)

Breeder: Dennison Harlow Morey

Breeding Company / Institution: Jackson & Perkins Co

Breeding Year: USA, 1962

Parentage: ‘Rapture’ × unknown seedling

Awards and Honours

Global and Lifetime Awards: -

Horticultural Ratings and Recommendations: -

Competition and Show Awards: -

Collectors' Recommendations: -

Growth and Structural Characteristics

Height: 2.3-3ft (70-90 cm)

Spread: 2.1-2.8ft (65-85 cm)

Growth Habit: upright

Foliage: The variety has dense foliage, and the leaves have a slightly glossy surface and a dark green shade.

Prickliness: moderately thorny

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

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

Flower Morphology

Petal Count: 40+

Flower Fullness: very full-flowered

Flower Shape: cup-shaped, pronounced medium growth

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

Inflorescence Type: solitary

Colour Code: ARS code: op RHS code: 40B (outer), 40C (inner)

Repeat Flowering: Remontant, with an abundant second flowering.

Colour Data and Phenology

Colour: coral-pink

Flower Colour Description: Vivid coral pink with a slight orange hue.

Closed Bud: Vivid coral pink, with the outer petals slightly deeper in tone.

Newly Opened Flower: The petals are vivid coral with a paler pink flush on their inner surfaces.

Full Bloom: Uniform coral pink, with the edges gently fading.

Before Fading: Fades to a light coral pink with a subtle rosy undertone.

Colour Fading Description: As the flower opens, the vivid coral-pink gradually fades to a pale coral-pink; the main tone remains throughout.

Colour Retention Level: good

Fragrance and Aroma

Fragrance Strength: medium-strength, noticeably fragrant rose

Fragrance Character: fruity, rose-scented

Pollinator Attraction: Attracts few pollinators: single, semi‑double or double flower forms with reduced stamen accessibility limit pollinator access to nectar and pollen.

Pollinator-Friendly Rating: Its very double flowers usually enclose the stamens, so it attracts pollinators only to a limited extent and is primarily an ornamental variety.

Soap and Cosmetic Use: -

Hip Characteristics

Maximum Hip Diameter: 10-14 mm

Hip Shape: spherical

Hip Colour: orange-red

Hip Comment: Rose hips forming in moderate quantities, spherical, 10–14 mm in diameter, orange-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: Flowers in warm conditions but requires regular watering during prolonged dry periods.

Heat and Drought Tolerance Level: moderate

Disease Resistance: resistant

powdery mildew – resistant
black spot – resistant
rust – resistant

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 low; good disease resistance, generally requires little intervention.

Primary Uses: flower bed, cut flower, specimen plant

Comments

Positioning: Exclusive finished product

Target customer/channel: Retail / reseller

Main value proposition: Flower quality, form

SOUTH SEAS™ – coral-pink hybrid tea rose - Morey

Vivid coral pink with a slight orange hue. - hybrid tea rose - medium-strength, noticeably fragrant rose - fruity, rose-scented

Online rose purchase - coral-pink - medium-strength, noticeably fragrant rose - South Seas™ - hybrid tea rose - (2.3-3ft (70-90 cm))

Inflorescence: solitary Height: 2.3-3ft (70-90 cm) Flower shape: cup-shaped, pronounced medium growth Winter hardiness: 6b coral-pink - Jackson & Perkins Co. (USA) hybrid tea rose - Flower size: L (2,75-3,95 in) Flower size: L (2,75-3,95 in) - Height: 2.3-3ft (70-90 cm) Height: 2.3-3ft (70-90 cm) - Flower fullness: very full-flowered South Seas™ - Roses in the garden | pharmaROSA® Neonatal - premium gold Dennison Harlow Morey

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Wholesale of cuttings

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.

PharmaRosa® NEONATAL own-rooted rose propagation material in a plug, with a root system penetrating the plug (semi-finished product / semi-finished rose). PharmaRosa® NEONATAL rose propagation material size: 3–6‑month‑old, own-rooted cutting with a uniform developmental stage. PharmaRosa® NEONATAL tray stock: own-rooted rose propagation material in trays, uniform developmental stage (10 pcs/tray).

Captions (from left to right): Semi-finished product (NEONATAL own-rooted rose propagation material in a plug with a fully developed root system) • Size demonstration (3–6‑month‑old, uniform cutting) • Root system detail (plug penetrated by the root system) • Tray stock (10 pcs/tray, uniform developmental stage)