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Hybrid TeaSam McGredy IVRed

National Trust

Bright red (scarlet) Hybrid Tea; a very double, high-centred exhibition flower; compact upright bush 60–90 cm; flowers abundantly and repeatedly from summer to autumn.

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Variety profile

Flowering

Repeat flowering

Abundant, repeat flowering from summer to autumn. Months are approximate, for the climate of Ukraine.

Plant size

60–90 × 60 cm

Habit: Compact, upright, bushy
Dimensions: 60–90 cm tall × up to 60 cm wide
Support: Not needed — an upright, self-supporting bush
Shoots: Sturdy and upright, holding the flowers without flopping
Branching: Good — an even, dense bush

Flower

≈ 10 cm

53–60 petals.

Bud shape: Classic Hybrid Tea, elongated, bright red
Open flower: High-centred exhibition form with a spiral centre; diameter ~10 cm; very neat, show-quality build
Centre: Tightly curled spiral centre — the stamens are hidden
Fullness: 53–60 petals — very double
Flower carriage: Mostly flowers borne singly on the stem

Fragrance

Barely noticeable

Light, barely noticeable — the flower is valued mainly for its form and colour rather than its scent.

Disease resistance

3 out of 5

Black spotmoderatePowdery mildewmoderateRustmoderate

Medium (~3/5): the RHS notes susceptibility to black spot, rust and powdery mildew, while nurseries praise its resistance — we show both assessments honestly.

Sun

Stable

No strong fading; the colour holds, only turning slightly crimson as the flowers fade.

Thorns

Moderate

thornlessfewmoderatemanyvery many

Typical prickle level for Hybrid Teas.

Foliage

Healthy, green; see the 'Resistance' section.

Other names

Bad Nauheim, Nationalstolz

All characteristics in a table

Group: Hybrid Tea
Breeder: Sam McGredy IV, Northern Ireland
Bud shape: Classic Hybrid Tea, elongated, bright red
Open flower: High-centred exhibition form with a spiral centre; diameter ~10 cm; very neat, show-quality build
Centre: Tightly curled spiral centre — the stamens are hidden
Colour: Bright red, scarlet; the petals take on a slightly crimson tint as they fade; there is no strong sun-fading, so the colour stays clean
Fullness: 53–60 petals — very double
Flower carriage: Mostly flowers borne singly on the stem
Flowering: Abundant, repeat flowering from summer to autumn
Fragrance: Light, barely noticeable — the flower is valued mainly for its form and colour rather than its scent
Hips: No data available
Habit: Compact, upright, bushy
Branching: Good — an even, dense bush
Shoots: Sturdy and upright, holding the flowers without flopping
Thorns: Typical prickle level for Hybrid Teas.
Dimensions: 60–90 cm tall × up to 60 cm wide
Support: Not needed — an upright, self-supporting bush
Foliage: Healthy, green; see the 'Resistance' section
Resistance: Medium (~3/5): the RHS notes susceptibility to black spot, rust and powdery mildew, while nurseries praise its resistance — we show both assessments honestly
Synonyms: Code MACcy; also sold as 'Bad Nauheim' and 'Nationalstolz'

Colour scheme

Bright red, scarlet; the petals take on a slightly crimson tint as they fade; there is no strong sun-fading, so the colour stays clean

Rose neighbours

Mister Lincolndark red

Papa Meillanddark burgundy

Crimson Gloryvelvety crimson

Icebergpure white · contrast

Perennials to plant nearby

Lavenderlilac-blue

Catmint (Nepeta)blue

Lamb's ear (Stachys)silver foliage

Delphiniumblue

Neighbouring roses

Classic red Hybrid Teas — a family of deep reds:

Mister Lincoln Papa Meilland Crimson Glory Iceberg

Perennial companions

Blue and silver neighbours set off the scarlet red:

lavendercatmint (Nepeta)lamb's ear (Stachys)delphinium

Variety name

Named after the British organisation The National Trust:

🇬🇧 The National Trust · founded 1895Synonym: Bad NauheimSynonym: Nationalstolz

More about the variety

Hips: No data available
Synonyms: Code MACcy; also sold as 'Bad Nauheim' and 'Nationalstolz'

How to grow

Where to plant. A compact upright Hybrid Tea, 60–90 cm — holds its shape well in a border, a bed or a formal group of identical varieties. Needs no support. The bright red flower stands out beside blue and silver perennials (lavender, catmint, lamb's ear, delphinium).

Climate. USDA 6b–9b, RHS H6 (about −20…−15 °C). In colder areas, light winter protection is advisable.

Care. Moderate health — the RHS notes susceptibility to black spot, rust and powdery mildew (although nurseries praise the variety's resistance). Plan for preventive care and a sunny, well-ventilated spot. Flowers abundantly and repeatedly from summer to autumn.

About the name

Name. The variety is named after The National Trust, a British organisation founded in 1895 to protect historic buildings and natural landscapes. It was also sold under the synonyms 'Bad Nauheim' and 'Nationalstolz'.

Breeding. Bred by Sam McGredy IV in Northern Ireland (before he moved to New Zealand); a variety from 1964, on sale from 1970. Breeder's code: MACcy. Character: a bright red (scarlet) Hybrid Tea with a very double (53–60 petals), high-centred exhibition flower of ~10 cm with a spiral centre. The colour stays clean — there is no strong sun-fading; only on fading flowers does it take on a slight crimson tint. The bush is compact and upright, 60–90 × up to 60 cm, and needs no support; it flowers abundantly and repeatedly from summer to autumn. Health: moderate. No official awards for this variety are confirmed.

Frequently asked questions about National Trust

How many times a season does National Trust flower?

Abundant, repeat flowering from summer to autumn.

How big does National Trust grow?

60–90 cm tall, about 60 cm wide.

Which diseases affect National Trust?

Overall resistance: 3 out of 5. ~3/5; moderate; the RHS notes susceptibility to black spot, rust and powdery mildew.

How much sun does National Trust need?

Stable; no strong fading; the colour holds, only turning slightly crimson as the flowers fade.

What does National Trust smell like?