Général Schablikine

Général Schablikine, Nabonnand 1878

Tea. 

 
Red, copper shading, purple reverse. Glandular, kinked or S-shaped pedicels.  Moderate fragrance.  Large, very full (41+ petals), cupped bloom form.  Blooms in flushes throughout the season. 
Armed with thorns / prickles and very vigorous 

Height: 6'7" (200cm).  Width: 6'7" (200cm).
USDA zone 6b through 9b so quite Hardy for a Tea

Once an incredible popular variety and a favorite of Chekov in his garden at Yalta in the Crimea. Still a stunning rose and definitely worthwhile to grow. Of course a must for Tea lovers