Rose 'Chrysler Imperial'

A sunny spot should be chosen for this rose. Since this is not a cold hardy rose it should be protected in frost prone areas. Good air circulation is vital for this rose and if your area is a black-spot and mildew area you should be prepared to treat as necessary.³

A partial sun position will ensure your plant thrives and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Chrysler Imperial is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. Chrysler Imperial requires a loamy soil with a ph of 4.5 - 8.0 - it grows best in moderately acidic soil to weakly alkaline soil.

Hybrid variety. Will not reliably grow true to type from seed.

Try to ensure a gap of at least 2.97 feet (91.44 cm) when sowing to prevent overcrowding your seedlings.

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Chrysler Imperial is a hardy plant.

United States – Patent No: PP1167

This rose is named after a model of the model of car called Chrysler in the US.

In 1952 this beautiful rose won the Portland Gold Medal award; AARS award in 1953; Gamble Fragrance Award in 1965. The American Rose Society has given a rating of 7.8 to the Chrysler Imperial rose.

Chrysler Imperial

¹ HelpMeFind entry for ‘Chrysler Imperial’ rose

² “The American Rose Society Encyclopedia of Roses”

³ rose-gardening-made-easy