Black Magic

Basic Information

• Variety Name: Black Magic
• Group/Class: Hybrid Tea
• Plant Type: Deciduous shrub

Characteristics

• Color: Deep Red (almost black buds, black-edged appearance)
• Fragrance: Light
• Bloom Type: Fully double
• Bloom Season: Early summer to mid-fall
• Foliage: Dark green, glossy (turns yellow in fall)

Size & Habit

• Height: Up to 10 ft (approx. 300 cm)*
• Width: 6 ft (approx. 180 cm)
• Growth Habit: Upright, spreading, multi-stem

*Height varies by pruning; commonly kept much shorter in cultivation.

Hardiness

• Zone: 4a (very cold hardy)

Growing Conditions

• Full Sun (6–8 hours daily)
• Prefers evenly moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates urban pollution well
• Does not tolerate standing water

Landscape Uses

• Accent plant
• Mass planting
• Hedges / screening
• Cutting garden

Notes

Black Magic is one of the most famous deep red roses, with nearly black buds opening into velvety dark red blooms. Excellent for cutting and long-lasting arrangements. Highly adaptable and cold-hardy, making it suitable for a wide range of climates.