Rosa Hybrid Tea selection
Tea Rose, Hybrid cultivar
Description
Hybrid tea roses are the traditional classic roses; buds are used for boutonnieres. These roses have long stems with a single rose at the end, which may or may not be fragrant. Blooms typically start in spring until fall. Many colors now available. Roses prefer full to part sun with well draining, rich soil. It needs fertilizer after each bloom period. It prefers medium watering and more in hot summer areas. Mulch well. Prune in winter. It usually grows 2'-6' tall.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3', 3-6'
Flower Color
Lavender, Orange, Pink, Red, Yellow, Violet, White, Multi-Colored
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Patio, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers
Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Adjust sprinklers to avoid watering sidewalks and driveways.