Hybrid tea roses are one of the most popular roses, if not flowers, in the world. Their classic beauty and fragrance make them a perfect choice for bouquets, anniversaries, or any special occasion that calls for fragrance and elegance. Hybrid tea roses are a cross between hybrid perpetual roses and old-fashioned tea roses. They typically produce only one pointed bud at the end of each stem that slowly opens into a high-centered bloom. Virtually all hybrid tea roses are repeat bloomers throughout the growing season. Their flowers may have over 60 petals and can be as large as five inches across. Hybrid tea rose varieties feature an extensive colorful palette and have been cultivated in almost every color except true blue. Almost all of them offer some degree of fragrance. The plants will grow quickly and reach their mature sizes of 3 to 8 feet tall within only three to four years, depending on the variety and the growing conditions.
Here are some great varieties to check out next time you visit us:
Blue Sugar Moon®
Rosa ‘WEKmemolo’
The exquisite, pure white blooms of the Sugar Moon® hybrid tea rose glow like moonlight and smell heavenly. Large buds spiral open to reveal broad petals of the purest white, set against dark green glossy foliage that makes each bloom stand out even more. Its full, classically shaped flowers are saturated with a sweet citrus fragrance that will blow you away. With a strong rebloom, natural vigor, and long cutting stems, Sugar Moon® is a perfect choice for a cutting garden.
- Height: 4-6 ft.
- Width: 3-4 ft.
- Water: Moderate
- Bloom: Pure White
- Zones: 5-9
Double Delight®
Rosa x ‘Double Delight’
Double Delight® hybrid tea roses feature stunning white flowers edged with deep strawberry red. This eye-catching color combo paired with a fantastic fragrance makes them one of the most popular and enticing varieties on the market. Their rich red color refuses to fade even in the punishing heat and their sturdy long stems make this rose perfect for cutting. This prolific bush achieves optimal color and flower size when days are warm and nights are cool.
- Height: 3-4 ft.
- Width: 2-3 ft.
- Water: Moderate
- Bloom: White with red edges
- Zones: 5
Lasting Love®
Rosa x ‘Lasting Love’
Lasting Love® is a highly fragrant hybrid tea rose known for its large, showy blooms in a blend of dusky red and dark pink with a soft glimmer. It is a vigorous, upright, and disease-resistant shrub, typically growing 3–5 feet tall, with foliage so glossy it almost appears artificial. Its burgundy-red new growth adds to its overall beauty, making it an especially handsome plant.
- Height: 3-5 ft.
- Width: 2-3 ft.
- Water: Moderate
- Bloom: Dusky Red
- Zones: 5-9
Chris Evert®
Rosa ‘Chris Evert’
Chris Evert® hybrid tea roses feature stunning orange-yellow blooms with blushing red tips and contrasting dark green foliage. These compact shrubs work perfectly as container plants or as landscape accents or border plants. Their flowers bloom from late spring to fall and are excellent for cutting.
- Height: 3-4 ft.
- Width: 3 ft.
- Water: Moderate
- Bloom: Melon orange blushing red
- Zones: 5
Originally published on April 29th, 2022. Updated on May 1st, 2026.