There are a large number of varieties of roses. Among them, a special place is occupied by the rose "Blue Perfume". This species belongs to hybrid tea varieties and has several features: a purple-lilac color unusual for roses, as well as a pronounced aroma. Let's look at the photo of this lovely flower and its description.
History of the variety
Sort "Blue Perfume" was bred in the nursery, which is located in Germany, in 1977. The nursery is called "Tantau". This nursery has existed for more than a century, it is very popular and is popular among breeders. 
"Blue Perfume" refers to the blue roses. These roses belong to the color group, which is derived solely through breeding. In nature, blue shades of flowers are obtained thanks to a special pigment - dolphinidin.
Roses do not have such a gene. And in order to get the buds with this color, you need to spend a long journey of selection. Did you know? Sometimes the name of this rose is indicated differently. And "Blue Perfume" can be under such names as Blue Perfume, Violette Parfum, TANfifum, TANtifum, TANifume.
Description and characteristics
This variety belongs to the group of hybrid tea. The main feature of this flower is a rich and lasting fragrance.
The shrub itself looks very compact and beautiful, has a dense branching. 
In addition to the beautiful fragrance, the flower has a very beautiful color that changes as the bud opens.
Initially, the flower is painted in a purple tint, and over time, the bud opens completely and the inner petals become crimson.
Some types of rose "Blue Perfume" have rough, slightly torn edges, which gives them a certain feature.
We advise you to learn how to plant roses bought in a box and what should be taken into account.The dimensions of the shrub reach sizes 60 to 60 cm. The leaves are very thick and have a dark rich color. Sometimes the height of the shrub can reach more than 1 meter, since it depends on the landing site, light and other rules for caring for the plant.
The size of the flower itself is in the range of 10-11 cm. The buds are characterized by a purple-lavender shade. Plant blooms very abundantly. The flowering period may continue until the autumn frosts.Rose is resistant to disease and cold.
Did you know? The variety of hybrid tea roses was the result of crossing two varieties - tea and remontant roses. For the first time the rose of this variety was bred in 1867 by the French breeder Jean-Baptiste Andre Guillot and received the name "La France".
Basic rules for planting and caring for hybrid tea roses
In order for the shrub to bloom profusely and please with its beautiful aroma, it is necessary not only to choose the right place for planting, but also to take care of it regularly, as roses are the most fastidious flowers.
Let's take a look at the highlights of plant care.
The choice of lighting and space
The grade "Blue Perfume" will well grow only on the lit sites. For her ideal place on the southeast side. 
The plant needs good air circulation, so it is undesirable to plant it among the dense bushes and trees.
But at the same time, if a small tree grows close to it, which will not interfere with air circulation, but at the same time will be able to protect the rose from strong wind, this will be an ideal place for planting.
Also, when choosing a place you need to pay attention to groundwater. The shrub will not grow in a place where the groundwater comes very close and undermines the root system.
You will be interested to get acquainted with such representatives of roses as English, Rose of Florinbund, Rugosa, Sophia Loren, Rose of Falstaff, Pierre de Ronsard, climbing rose, stock-rose.And now the ground. Light and loamy soil is ideal. But if the primer is different, it can be easily fixed. If the soil is light, then clay and humus are added to the soil before planting, and if it is heavy, it is recommended to add ash, sand and compost.
Planting flower
Seedlings are best purchased in early spring. Store them in wet sand in a dark room (possible in the basement or under the bathroom). 
It is recommended to plant roses in open ground in May, when the earth has already warmed up.
Landing occurs in the following sequence:
- Dig a hole 0.5 m deep in the chosen place.
- Prepare biohumus in advance at the rate of 3 l of biohumus per one seedling. In such a humus, add ground.
- Pour mixture of soil and humus into the pit so that this mixture covers half the volume of the pit.
- Next, take the seedlings and soak them in water for half an hour.
- Before planting, shorten the roots of seedlings. Quality seedlings have white roots inside.
- The prepared seedling is placed in a hole. The vaccination site must be deepened a couple of centimeters.
- If the soil is dry, it is recommended to pour 2-3 liters of water into the pit for moistening.
- Cover the pit and ram a bit.
- Water the seedling.
How to care for plants
There are basic rules for the care of hybrid tea roses. They make a very small list:
- Ideal for shrub mulch is manure mixed with rotting leaves and sawdust.
- To ensure that the root system receives as much moisture as possible, the bushes are watered only in the evening.
- To protect the plant from pests and various diseases around the rose bushes planted marigolds. Marigolds secrete substances that deter pests.
- For flowers need regular feeding. Good feeding is considered to be at the same time containing elements such as magnesium, potassium and phosphorus.
Important! The first 2 feeds need to be made with nitrogen fertilizers. A good proportion is 2 g of saltpeter + 1 g of urea per 1 liter of water.
Features care for the variety
For abundant flowering varieties "Blue Perfume" is recommended to regularly care for shrubs, as well as create the right conditions. Roses need careful and careful care. 
The soil should be rich in organic fertilizer. To ensure this, you can mulch the shrub with organic matter or manure. This method of mulching helps to protect the shrub from various pests, to prevent rotting and at the same time the plant will not suffer from drying out.
If the flower grows in a temperate climate, then for the winter you can not cover it. Thus the bush is hardened. If the climate is harsh and the winters are very cold, then the bush needs shelter. For this you can use a special geotextile fabric. 
Also for the plant you need to ensure regular and abundant watering. In dry periods, the flower must be watered every day. If the bush grows in wet conditions, then you can water once a week.
When caring for a variety of "Blue Parfum" do not forget to cut dry leaves and get rid of stepchildren.
Important! If the flowers on the rose become small (less than the indicated 10 cm), the petals turn pale, or the flowers no longer smell intensely, which means that the plant lacks watering.
Thanks to these recommendations, even inexperienced gardeners will be able to provide this extraordinary blue rose with proper care. The abundance of flowers on the shrub, an extraordinary shade of purple buds and a gorgeous scent will not leave you indifferent to the variety of "Blue Perfume".
