Olympiad Hybrid Tea Rose is one of those classic red roses that really delivers on color. The blooms are a deep, velvety red with a strong, traditional rose form—clean, centered, and held on long stems that make them ideal for cutting.

Each flower typically appears on its own stem, which is what you expect from a hybrid tea, and they come through in cycles throughout the growing season. When it’s actively blooming, it brings a bold, almost formal feel to the garden.

The plant itself grows upright with sturdy stems and dark green foliage that helps the red flowers stand out even more. It works well in dedicated rose beds, but you can also mix it into borders if you want a strong focal color woven into the planting.

It performs best in full sun and benefits from well drained soil, consistent watering, and regular feeding. Like most roses, it responds well to pruning and deadheading, which helps keep the plant healthy and encourages repeat blooms.

Olympiad Hybrid Tea Rose typically grows about 4 to 6 feet tall and around 2 to 3 feet wide, forming a fairly upright shrub. It is well suited for USDA zones 6 through 10 and performs well in warm climates. The foliage is deciduous to semi evergreen depending on conditions. 

This plant has some toxicity and may cause irritation or illness if ingested, so it is best to plant with care around pets and children.

The flowers attract pollinators such as bees and are excellent for cutting and indoor arrangements.

It is generally deer resistant, though roses may occasionally be browsed. Rabbits may nibble young growth.

Olympiad Hybrid Tea Rose fits especially well into formal, cottage, and rose garden designs, where its bold color and classic bloom form can be used as a focal point.

Expert Tip:

If you’re going to plant a red rose, this is the kind that really shows up. I like using it where you want a strong focal point—near an entry or at the end of a path. And don’t hesitate to cut the flowers regularly...it actually helps the plant push more blooms. 

— Nick from Rooted Theory