AMICA™ – orange-red hybrid tea rose – Cazzaniga
If You are looking for a rose that simply fits into an Irish family garden and gets on with the job, AMICA™ is a reliable, upright hybrid tea that rewards You with classic, well-shaped blooms and a strong, traditional rose fragrance. Its medium-sized, goblet-shaped flowers open in a rich orange-red that gently softens at the petal edges, bringing a warm colour accent to front gardens, beds and paths without clashing with other plants. Bred in Italy and proven in European gardens, its good disease resistance helps it cope with damp, changeable weather and the kind of heavy soil where good drainage still needs some attention. As an own-root plant in the pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre pot, AMICA™ settles in steadily and builds a balanced bush that is naturally suited to long-term growth. With basic care, You can cut elegant stems for the vase all season, enjoying reliable repeat flowering without demanding pruning routines. Year by year the root system strengthens, the framework of shoots matures and by the third season AMICA™ shows its full ornamental value, giving beginners and busy gardeners quiet confidence and long-lasting garden presence.
Use cases
| Target area | Reason |
|---|
| Front garden focal point near entrance or path |
Its strong, classic hybrid tea fragrance is easily appreciated at close quarters, so placing AMICA™ by a front gate, drive or main path lets You enjoy scented blooms every time You pass, a simple pleasure especially welcome for busy homeowners |
| Small ornamental bed in a family back garden |
The warm orange-red colour and tidy, upright habit give a clear focal point in modest beds without taking over the whole space, helping You keep a neat, welcoming garden picture that suits average-sized Irish family plots for beginner gardeners |
| Cutting corner for home flower arrangements |
AMICA™ produces well-formed, medium-sized, long-stemmed blooms that hold well in the vase, so a small group in a sunny corner is enough to supply regular cut flowers for the house, keeping things practical for home florists |
| Low-maintenance rose border in wet, changeable climates |
Good resistance to black spot, powdery mildew and rust means less spraying and fewer worries in humid, rainy conditions, which is ideal if You want dependable roses without constant treatments, particularly suitable for time-poor gardeners |
| Mixed bed with grasses and perennials |
The upright structure and moderate height fit cleanly among plants like fountain grass, alliums or easy perennials, giving vertical interest and classic blooms without smothering neighbours, a straightforward choice for small-garden owners |
| Own-root, long-term specimen planting |
As an own-root rose, AMICA™ rebuilds from its own basal shoots and ages evenly, so the bush keeps its character for many years and recovers well from winter or pruning, giving long-lived value to long-term planners |
| Sunny, sheltered coastal or town front garden |
The sturdy growth and reliable health help it cope with exposed, breezy sites where You still ensure reasonable drainage in heavier coastal or urban soils, offering reassuring performance for coastal householders |
| Large patio container beside seating area |
Planted in a minimum 40–50 litre container with quality compost, AMICA™ builds a stable, upright framework that flowers repeatedly at comfortable nose height, adding structure and scent for patio and balcony users |
Decorating ideas
- Welcome Pathway – Plant two or three AMICA™ along the front path with lavender or rosemary edging for scented walks to the door – ideal for homeowners who like a tidy, traditional entrance.
- Warm Cottage Mix – Combine AMICA™ with soft pink roses, hardy geraniums and catmint for a relaxed cottage feel where its orange-red blooms add depth – suited to rural gardeners seeking charm without fuss.
- Grasses and Glow – Pair AMICA™ with fountain grass, alliums and low sedums so its upright, glowing blooms rise from a soft, moving backdrop – perfect for those who enjoy modern, easy-care planting.
- Patio Scent Corner – Grow a single AMICA™ in a 40–50 litre pot with trailing thyme at the rim to create a compact, fragrant feature by your seating – great for balcony and terrace users with limited space.
- Cutting Patch Trio – Plant three AMICA™ in a triangle with white cosmos and blue annuals so You can pick harmonious bouquets through the season – attractive for hobby florists who like home-grown arrangements.
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter | Data |
|---|
| Name and registration |
Hybrid tea rose; registered cultivar name Amica, trade name AMICA™ – orange-red hybrid tea rose – Cazzaniga; ARS exhibition name Amica; part of the Hybrid tea rose commercial group. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Febo Giuseppe Cazzaniga, Italy; parentage ‘Coup de Foudre’ × ‘Lampo’; breeding year 1965, introduced 1966 by Cazzaniga Nursery, Vimodrone, reflecting classic Italian hybrid tea selection. |
| Awards and recognitions |
Gold Medal at the Monza International Rose Competition 1965 in the Hybrid Tea category, awarded as the Most Beautiful Italian Rose, confirming strong ornamental and garden performance at introduction. |
| Growth and structure |
Upright, medium-height bush, approximately 85–115 cm tall with a 50–70 cm spread; moderately dense, slightly glossy dark green foliage; moderately thorny stems; suited to beds, borders and specimen planting. |
| Flower morphology |
Medium-sized, double flowers with 26–39 petals; classic hybrid tea cup to goblet form, usually borne singly on stems; a good repeat bloomer with a notably abundant second flush after the main early-summer flowering. |
| Colour and phenology |
Bright orange-red base with slight vermilion tone; buds deep and glossy, flowers uniform orange-red that gradually lightens at the edges to salmon pink while the centre retains a deeper orange-red glow; colour retention regarded as good. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Strong, classic hybrid tea rose fragrance, easily noticeable at short distance; suitable for planting near entrances, paths or seating where traditional rose scent is desired; not primarily bred for perfume extraction or cosmetic use. |
| Rose hip characteristics |
Rose hip set is limited due to double flowers; when present, hips are red-orange, ellipsoidal, about 10–14 mm in diameter, offering modest late-season ornamental interest but not a dominant feature of the variety. |
| Resistance and hardiness |
Good disease resistance, with noted resistance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust; winter hardy approximately to –21 to –18 °C (RHS H7, Swedish zone 3, USDA 6b), suiting most Irish and UK garden situations. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Prefers a sunny position with fertile, well-drained soil; recommended spacing 60 cm in beds, 50 cm for hedging, 90 cm as a specimen; plant 2.8–3.2 plants/m² for mass effect; best in-ground or in containers of at least 40–50 litres. |
AMICA™ offers strong fragrance, warm orange-red colour and reliable health on a long-lived own-root framework, making it an easy, confident choice for your garden if You would like a dependable rose to plant and enjoy.
