A tea rose is a classic rose type known for large, fragrant blooms with the characteristic pointed bud and spiral opening pattern. Hybrid Tea roses like Sugar Moon™ produce elegant, long-stemmed flowers perfect for cutting, typically reaching 4-5 feet tall in zones 6-9. Plant them in full sun with good air circulation for best blooming and disease resistance.

Sugar Moon™ Hybrid Tea Rose

Rosa 'WEKmemolo'

Nature Hills Nursery

Award-Winning Pure White Blooms with Intense Sweet Citrus Fragrance
Thrives in Zones 6-9
Grows 4-5 ft Tall, 2-3 ft Wide
Sweetly Fragrant Flowers
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Planting & Care

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Sunlight: Ensure this rose receives at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sun daily to maintain its brilliant white color and intense citrus fragrance. While it can handle light afternoon shade in the hottest regions, insufficient light will lead to weak stems and a significant drop in flower production.
Soil: Aim for rich, loamy soil that drains quickly but stays consistently cool. If you have heavy clay or sandy soil, mix in several inches of organic compost to improve the structure and help the roots breathe.

Watering Requirements

During the first year, provide a deep soak at the base of the plant twice a week to help the root system reach deep into the soil. Once established, Sugar Moon is relatively resilient, but inconsistent watering will cause the heavy, high-petal-count blooms to droop or fail to open fully. Always water at the soil level rather than over the foliage to keep the leaves dry and prevent fungal issues.

Pruning Tips

Since this rose blooms on new wood, you should do your heavy pruning in late winter or very early spring before new growth starts. Cut the main canes back by about one third and remove any spindly or crossing branches to open up the center of the bush. This process acts like a reset button, encouraging the plant to send out the vigorous new stems required to support its large, heavy flowers.

Fertilizer Needs

Feed your rose with a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after each major bloom cycle to keep it energized. Avoid using high nitrogen fertilizers after the middle of August because they stimulate tender new growth that cannot harden off before the winter frost. A late season surge of nitrogen leaves the plant vulnerable to "die back" when the temperatures eventually drop.

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Plant specifications
Plant Characteristics	Cold hardy, Reblooming, Fragrant, Flowering, Attracts pollinators
Hardiness Zone	5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11b
Sunlight	Full sun
Height	4-5 ft
Width	2-3 ft
Watering Needs	Moderate
Preferred Soil	Clay, Loamy
Growth Rate	Moderate
Growth Habit	Climbing, Spreading, Trailing, Upright
Blooms In	Spring, Summer, Fall
Flower Color	White
Foliage Color	Green
Fragrant	Yes
Pet Safety	Toxic to pets
Suitable Space	Outdoors
Plant Name	Rose
Botanical Name	Rosa 'WEKmemolo'
Species	spp.
Cultivar	WEKmemolo
Class	Magnoliopsida, Rosales
Does Not Ship To	AK, HI, ID, MT, PR

Like the full moon against the black night sky, the gleaming, pure and radiant white, double bloom of the Sugar Moon™ Hybrid Tea Rose (Rosa 'WEKmemolo') is coupled with a fabulous fragrance! This Hybrid Tea is an award-winning selection with a classic spiraled bloom that is lushly petalled and very elegant! What more could you ask for bridal quality pure white blooms? Perhaps the ability to lose yourself in the beauty and intense sweet citrus scent of the big, pointed buds as they spiral open to show off broad petals of the purest white?

Snowy white, fully double blooms look delicate, but they are held on long, slender stems and offset with the most incredible, greenish-black leaves! The color play between darkness and light is outstanding! This tall beauty features natural vigor and very good disease resistance, too!

Sugar Moon™ Rose would be a magnificent memorial Rose to commemorate a loved one. Full, classically formed blooms feature up to 30 petals. Each flower is five inches across for a brilliant display! This modern Hybrid Tea Rose is so easy to care for! Hardy throughout USDA growing zones 6 to 9 and forms an upright shrub 4-5 feet in height, but only spreading 2-3 feet in width, making it fairly space-saving in size!

Planting and Application:

As radiant as the lunar surface, Sugar Moon™ is a must-have for the Moon Garden! Include it in a Sissinghurst-style Castle garden design of green foliage plants, evergreens, and white-flowering to enjoy your landscape after hours! A Zen and meditation garden needs one of these radiant Roses too, the dark foliage and pure white blossoms giving a nod to Yin and Yang and mirrored in a pool of still water.

Sugar Moon™ of course makes exquisite cut flowers! So if your Rose garden, cut flower garden, or cottage border doesn't have a fragrant white Rose bush yet, Sugar Moon™ is a perfect Hybrid Tea Rose to start with! You'll adore bringing long-stemmed blooms inside and allowing the fragrance to fill the room while having more for the butterflies to enjoy outdoors.

The tall, yet narrow growth of this flowering ornamental Rose blooms all growing season with mindful deadheading, but from spring until frost, you'll enjoy an upright leafy hedge or backdrop plant! The lush foliage sets off other flowering plants as well as their own blooms, and line pathways without taking up precious space while anchoring garden beds beautifully! For a sophisticated vista, plant three or more in a curved lawn planting. Show them off to perfection with a backdrop of purple-foliage shrubs from NatureHills.com.

Though we guarantee your pollinators will feel underdressed when they visit. Keep this very upright, bushy cultivar in a sophisticated garden container for your balcony. Sugar Moon brings a chic look to any sunny setting! Pot one up in a large outdoor planter to keep the fragrant flowers close to seating areas and welcome guests on a sunny front porch!

Brilliant Pure White Double Roses
Near Black Bushy Foliage
Upright Vigorous Growth
Incredible Fragrant Cut Flowers & Pollinator-Friendly
Hedges, Specimens, Memorials, Gifts & General Landscaping Use

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Add black-tie formal blooms to any part of your garden without the formal care and fuss. Hybrid Tea Roses need full sun, where they will bask in at least six hours of sunlight a day for best flowering, and have good air circulation! Provide a location with the morning sun to dry their leaves and only water at the root zone. Plant in deep, organically enriched, fertile soil that is well-drained - never soggy. Water regularly, especially throughout the hot summer months. Growing Hybrid Tea Roses in zones colder than zone 7 should be mounded with 8-12 inches of mulch in late fall for best overwintering. Prune Roses in early spring just as you begin to see buds swell. Learn more about winterizing, and un-wintering your Roses in our Garden Blog, plus all the tips and tricks you need when pruning your new prized Rose bush!

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Moist Enriched Well-Drained Soil
Regular Fertility & Watering
Prune Early Spring
Mulch Very Well

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a tea rose?

A tea rose is a classic rose type known for large, fragrant blooms with the characteristic pointed bud and spiral opening pattern. Hybrid Tea roses like Sugar Moon™ produce elegant, long-stemmed flowers perfect for cutting, typically reaching 4-5 feet tall in zones 6-9. Plant them in full sun with good air circulation for best blooming and disease resistance.

What is its typical mature size?

Sugar Moon™ Hybrid Tea Rose reaches 4-5 feet tall and 2-3 feet wide at maturity. This upright growth habit makes it fairly space-saving for smaller gardens. Plant with adequate spacing to allow for good air circulation around the mature shrub.

Does it require special soil conditions?

Sugar Moon™ Hybrid Tea Rose adapts well to typical garden soil without special requirements. Like most hybrid teas, it prefers well-draining soil with good organic content. Ensure proper drainage and consider adding compost to heavy clay soils for best results.

What USDA hardiness zones can Sugar Moon™ Hybrid Tea Rose grow in?

Sugar Moon™ Hybrid Tea Rose thrives in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 9. This makes it suitable for most temperate regions across the United States. Check your local zone before planting to ensure optimal growth and winter survival.

How often should I water Sugar Moon™ Hybrid Tea Rose and how much water does it need?

Water Sugar Moon™ deeply 1-2 times per week, providing about 1 inch of water total. This vigorous hybrid tea in zones 6-9 prefers consistent moisture but well-draining soil. Water at the base to keep foliage dry and reduce disease risk on this naturally resistant variety available at naturehills.com.

Is Sugar Moon™ Hybrid Tea Rose deer resistant or will deer eat it?

Roses are generally not deer resistant, and Sugar Moon™ is no exception. Deer will browse rose foliage and buds when other food sources are scarce. In zones 6-9 where this variety thrives, consider fencing or deer repellent sprays for protection.

When is the best time to plant Sugar Moon™ Hybrid Tea Rose and how is it shipped?

Plant Sugar Moon™ Hybrid Tea Rose in early spring after the last frost or in fall 6-8 weeks before hard freeze in zones 6-9. Roses typically ship as bare root plants in spring or potted during the growing season. Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil and space for its 4-5 foot height and 2-3 foot spread.

How much fertilizer does Sugar Moon™ Hybrid Tea Rose need and what type works best?

Feed Sugar Moon™ monthly during growing season with a balanced rose fertilizer (10-10-10 or similar). This vigorous hybrid tea benefits from consistent nutrition to support its large 5-inch blooms and strong stems. Apply granular fertilizer around the base in early spring, then switch to liquid feeding every 4 weeks through summer.

Does Sugar Moon™ Hybrid Tea Rose need regular pruning and when should I prune it?

Yes, Sugar Moon™ requires annual pruning like all Hybrid Tea roses. Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins, typically February through March in zones 6-9. Remove dead, diseased, and weak canes, then cut remaining stems back by one-third to maintain the 4-5 foot upright structure.

Sugar Moon™ Hybrid Tea Rose

Rosa 'WEKmemolo'