Hybrid Tea Rose is one of the most modern varieties of roses. It is a cross breed between two old classics – the Hybrid Perpetual and the Tea Rose. You can see them on tall stems and they bloom throughout the year – one good reason why it has gained popularity as a gift to give and receive for that special occasion. It is also called “your basic rose on a stick.” It has a mild scent but makes up for it with its multi-petal looks and tall, elegant structure.

Hybrid Tea Roses look elegant in any garden. It should be planted in rows as it then becomes easier for the gardener to look after them. These plants dislike weeds and thus, the area where you plant them, must be kept weed-free. It is advisable to plant them two feet away from one another, this way you give them enough space for growth. Start planting these elegant flowers this spring and impress yourself and those around you !

Can roses be without thorns ? yes, they can be. While some gardeners get put off by the idea of thorns of Hybrid Teas, you can actually find many varieties without thorns, when you shop for them. The tag reads “smooth” when the roses are without thorns. Other than blue, you can find these thorn-free roses in a variety of colors.

You need plenty of water to grow Hybrid Tea Roses. More so, if the weather conditions are hot as well as dry. There are some gardens which require a complete soaking every two weeks while some need watering every week. Whatever your garden may need, make sure that your plants are watered adequately, if the soil looks dry and parched. Keeping mulch around the rose plants is effective in the prevention of weeds and conservation of moisture.

In all likelihood, Hybrid Tea Roses reach its maximum potential in height in about three years. Despite adequate pruning, the plant grows to this height. Most rose plants have a life span of about six to seven years, sometimes longer if it has been nurtured exceptionally well. The most important aspect of growing roses is its requirement of sunlight. An average rose plant needs a minimum of six hours of sun every day, especially the morning sun. The morning sun helps in drying up the moisture and dew, helping the plant to remain disease-free.

February is the best month for pruning roses, as this is the month when flowers are dormant. First step in this exercise is to remove damaged canes and dead branches. If you live in very cold climate, you should cut off the damaged wood. The green canes are the ones you should look for as these canes will produce buds in spring. I you live in warmer climate, cut off all the existing leaves, to make way for newer ones. And don't forget to clean all the debris from your garden. And while spring approaches, and your roses are about to grow, fertilize your garden soil with nitrogen-rich fertilizers.