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Hybrid Tea Roses – Developing A Great Understanding

From Teas, Grandifloras, Hybrids, and Floribundas, you’ll find that there is a very vast world of roses, and there are so many different types, that even gardeners who are experienced may find it confusing. So, what are hybrid tea roses? Well, basically they are created by crossing the China Tea rose with a [...]

Want to Grow Hybrid Tea Roses?

By Kathleen Gresham

The hybrid tea rose might also be called “the flower of lovers.”  It makes the perfect long-stemmed rose.  

Hybrid teas are the result of combining the tea rose with the hybrid perpetual. Hybrid teas flower repeatedly and can be strong with the proper care.  

Choosing a Hybrid Tea Variety

A hybrid tea is an ideal choice to present to the love of your life, a special gift for a mother, or just to display on your tabletop.  It will add a touch of elegance to any room even as a lone flower in a vase.  There are at least 237 varieties of hybrid teas.

If you worry about thorns, you can choose a thornless variety of hybrid tea. However, some people feel that the thorns add to the artistic charm of the flower.  Thorns demand respect and add character the rose plant and flowers.

Caring for New Hybrid Tea Plants 

When planting hybrid teas, be sure to take care of your newly acquired plants.  You will need to decide what to feed the new plants for endurance and strength and overall health.  

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