hybrid tea rose

Hybrid tea roses need plenty of water to thrive, but they should not be over-watered. The general rule of thumb is to water your hybrid tea roses every 3-4 days during the growing season, and about twice weekly during the hottest days of summer. During the winter, water should only be given once a week. In addition to regular watering, the soil should also be kept moist by adding a thick layer of mulch around the plant. It is important to water the roses in the morning, so that they will have adequate moisture throughout the day. It is best to avoid wetting the foliage of the roses to prevent diseases caused by humidity.

Hybrid tea roses (Rosa 'Meilavio' TRAVIATA) prefer full sun exposure and should receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. They will grow best when provided with a minimum of 6 hours of direct sunlight, although they may accept some partial shade during the hottest part of the day. The best location for a Hybrid tea rose is in a sunny spot that is sheltered from strong gusts of wind. Too much shade can cause the plant to become stretched and leggy as it will try to reach for more light.

Hybrid tea roses generally need to be pruned some time throughout late winter or early spring, when most rose varieties are dormant. Pruning should be done when the plant is still in its dormant stage, as the rose bush will be pruned back to 12-18 inches from the ground and the cut areas are more easily tolerated when the canes are dormant. Prune away any dead, diseased, or damaged canes and stems, and any weak, spindly stems. Spend some time thinning out old and dead wood by cutting larger branches down to a smaller diameter so that new, vigorous growth gets more air circulation and sunlight. Follow this up with shaping and pruning the remaining stems to an open shape that encourages more air circulation and sun penetration. Finally, deadhead any stems to the nearest 5-leaf intersection, removing any dead blooms.