MULLARD JUBILEE™ – pink hybrid tea rose – McGredy
Imagine sipping tea on a sunny Cornish veranda after a blustery walk, sheltered by the upright presence of Mullard Jubilee™ as its strong, damask fragrance mingles with sea air. This hybrid tea’s generous, XL blooms are a vivid deep pink, giving a classic, high‑centred flower form that looks as refined in a vase as it does against shingle and sea kale. Own‑root cultivation delivers long‑term stability, quietly building a deeper root system for dependable longevity and graceful recovery if stems are ever damaged. In the first year it focuses on roots, in the second it gains height and branching, and by the third it offers its full ornamental impact with repeat flowering. Ideal for small to medium coastal gardens, it appreciates thoughtful watering and free‑draining soil so its roots stay confidently anchored even in winter gales and exposed verandas. Use it as a statement specimen in a 40–50 litre container or as a refined cut‑flower source close to where you relax and breathe in the salty breeze.
Usage options
| Target area | Reasoning |
|---|
| Coastal veranda container (40–50 L) |
A single Mullard Jubilee™ in a large, well‑drained pot brings a strong vertical outline and richly scented blooms right up to your seating area, while own‑root vigour supports long life in containers for coastal veranda owners and beginners. |
| Sunny, sheltered front garden |
Planted near the front door in a sunny, wind‑screened spot, its deep pink, high‑centred flowers and glossy foliage provide a refined welcome, with repeat flushes enhancing kerb appeal for busy family gardeners and homeowners. |
| Feature rose in a small border |
As a focal plant with 1 m spacing, its upright, bushy habit and XL hybrid tea blooms create structure without overwhelming limited space, suiting modest borders for urban gardeners and time‑pressed professionals. |
| Cut‑flower row near the patio |
The long, straight stems and exhibition‑type buds are excellent for cutting, while own‑root resilience helps the plant recover well after harvesting, making it practical for hobby florists and keen home arrangers. |
| Coastal, shingle‑style planting |
Combined with sea kale, Festuca and ornamental grasses, its saturated pink flowers stand out against pebbles and blue‑grey foliage, while good disease resistance keeps maintenance reasonable for design‑conscious seaside garden owners. |
| Wind‑aware family garden hedge line |
In a lightly staggered line at 55–65 cm spacing, its dense foliage and upright growth contribute to a gentle wind filter and visual privacy, with careful watering and drainage helping roots remain firmly set in blustery coastal gardens. |
| Mixed border with late perennials |
Planted alongside Crocosmia and Phormium, its strong pink colouring and repeat flowering bridge colour gaps between perennial waves, while medium care needs stay manageable for mixed‑border lovers and relaxed weekend gardeners. |
| Long‑term own‑root specimen |
Given room to mature as a single specimen, its own‑root structure supports gradual rejuvenation and a stable shape over the years, providing reliable form and scent for those planning enduring family spaces and planted legacies. |
Styling ideas
- Seaside-Veranda Chic – One Mullard Jubilee™ in a 50 L pale clay pot with sea kale and fine gravel mulch – ideal for coastal veranda loungers and terrace tea drinkers
- Pink-Perfume Axis – Pair near a bench with lavender and Festuca to create a fragrant sightline – perfect for contemplation spots for scent‑loving homeowners
- Cutting-Corner – Plant a short row by the patio with easy access for pruning and picking – suited to hobby florists wanting quick, garden‑to‑vase stems
- Shingle-Romantic – Nestle into a shingle bed with Crocosmia ‘Lucifer’ and Phormium ‘Tom Thumb’ for contrasty drama – for design fans who enjoy bold colour against stone
- Legacy-Specimen – Allow one own‑root shrub to mature in a key sightline as a long‑term feature – for families planning a garden that grows up with them
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter | Data |
|---|
| Name and registration |
Hybrid tea rose Mullard Jubilee™ (registered as Mullard Jubilee; ARS exhibition name Electron); commemorative name marking 50 years of the Mullard Electronics Company. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Samuel D. McGredy IV, Samuel McGredy & Son Nurseries, Portadown, Northern Ireland; ‘Paddy McGredy’ × ‘Prima Ballerina’; registered 1972, introduced commercially after 1972. |
| Awards and recognition |
Royal National Rose Society Gold Medal 1969; The Hague International Rose Trials Gold Medal 1970; Madrid International Rose Trials Certificate 1970; multiple early international show honours. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Upright, bushy hybrid tea, typically 100–140 cm high and 75–105 cm wide, densely thorned with dark green, glossy foliage; medium growth rate and a well‑filled structural framework. |
| Flower morphology |
Large, double, high‑centred blooms with 26–39 petals on mainly solitary stems; XL flower size ideal for cutting; remontant with a generous second flush in favourable conditions. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Vivid deep pink, slightly purplish in cool light; buds dark pink with carmine tips, ageing to paler mauve pink with a silvery edge; colour holds well, fading gently in strong sun. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Strong, classic damask perfume with a spicy character; scent is long‑lasting on the plant and noticeable on cut stems, enhancing its value as a garden and indoor cut‑flower rose. |
| Hip characteristics |
Occasional, ovoid hips 12–18 mm across, orange‑red (RHS 40A); mainly a decorative after‑season feature as this cultivar is grown primarily for its flowers and perfume. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Hardy to about −26 to −23 °C (RHS H7, USDA 5b); good resistance to powdery mildew and black spot, moderate rust susceptibility; prefers cooler, moist summers with regular watering. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in full sun with well‑drained soil; medium maintenance with deadheading and occasional pest and disease checks; space 55–100 cm depending on use; thrives as border, specimen or cut rose. |
Mullard Jubilee™ rewards you with sumptuous, fragrant hybrid tea blooms, a compact, veranda‑friendly habit and long‑lived own‑root reliability; a thoughtful choice if you value enduring colour and perfume in your garden.
