Hot & Sassy™ Miniature Rose
Rosa 'WEKaltcingi'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Hot & Sassy™ Miniature Rose highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateFast
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Flower Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring, Summer, Fall
Growing Zones 6-9
Do you crave a hint of Latin flavor in your life? Samba, Flamenco, Tango, Rumba, Mambo, Merengue, Salsa. Are your toes tapping yet? If so, then Hot & Sassy™ Rose Bush (Rosa 'WEKaltcingi') is your Miniature Rose! Each decorative cluster of semi-double blooms is well-formed with about 15 petals each. The foliage is in perfect proportion with the flowers for a compact little number that spices up your garden!
The bush is covered with a colorful mixture of scarlet and dark tangerine, hugging tightly around a bright yellow eye. Each petal is touched by hints of smoky, purple-blue finishing touch that impacts the landscape. Each flower glows like a Brazilian sunset!
The 12-18 inch rounded mound of handsome green foliage is the perfect backdrop for all these flirty, sultry blooms! Forming clusters that may be smaller, but have a high impact because of their color and sheer number. Their impact won’t be lost on all the bees and butterflies that will arrive to sip the nectar from these sassy blooms!
Planting and Application:
This is a perfect space-saving patio plant to bring pizazz to small gardens or your summer containers. Allowing you to keep this spicy number close by! Miniature Roses are ideal space-savers for porch and patio gardens, container gardeners, or even balcony gardens in the sun!
You'll want to start collecting small vases to bring these clusters inside to decorate your tablescape with Hot & Sassy™! Perfect for your bouquets and floral arrangements! So be sure to include these hot little numbers in your cutting garden and cottage gardens, turning all of them into pollinator gardens at the same time!
Rows of these sassy blooms light up your gardens like brilliant beacons, while a single specimen adds incredible contrast and depth to borders as facer shrubs, edging and low definition. Pairing beautifully with yellows, blues, and orange!
Perennial borders and your foundation plantings gain a dramatic upgrade! The tidy rounded plant fills out with dark glossy green foliage to highlight the blooms!
- Vibrant Bold Smokey Scarlet Color
- Dark Tangerine, Blue & Purple Highlights
- Semi-Double & Super Showy
- Compact Miniature Rose
- Specimen, Container, Garden Borders & Accents!
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Miniature Roses do their very best in full sun, and Hot & Sassy™ thrives in it! Growing in USDA growing zones 5-10, Roses prefer good air circulation and morning sun to dry the leaves.
Favoring morning sun, easy-care modern Rose bushes do their very best in the full sun, so provide an area with good air circulation in at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for the strongest stems and the most blossoms. Plant in enriched, highly organic soil that drains very well and has a 3-4 inch thick layer of mulch over the surface. Provide regular moisture and deep watering right up until the ground freezes.
Prune in early spring, just as the new buds start to emerge on the stems. You'll trim at least one-third of its total height each early spring. Cut at a 45-degree angle just above a nice new bud. Read all you need about Rose pruning Roses Here, and about winterizing your Roses Here and un-wintering Roses in Spring in our #ProPlantTips Garden Blog!
- Loves Full Sun Locations
- Moderate Consistent Moisture
- Well-Drained Organically Enriched Soil
- Appreciates Mulch & Good Air Circulation
- Prune Late Winter/Early Spring
- Easy to Maintain!
Get ready to watch your garden dance with the delicious Hot & Sassy™ Rose! This beauty is in high demand, so head over to NatureHills.com and reserve yours today! We'll ship your plants at the perfect time for planting in your growing zone!
Rose Bush FAQs
Where Is The Best Place To Plant Rose Bushes?
Rose bushes prefer full sun and favor the drying power of the morning sun, flowering best in at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day. Choose a location in good, enriched soil that drains well and has good air circulation.
What Is The Best Month to Plant Roses?
You can plant Roses any time if you are able to provide enough consistent moisture and attention. While there is not a specific month that is best, generally because it changes with temperatures, climate and growing zone. However, the easiest times of the year to get Rose bushes established in your landscape are in spring after the last frost date, and in fall about 4-6 weeks before the first frost.
Do Rose Bushes Come Back Every Year?
Rose bushes are deciduous woody perennial shrubs and will return bigger and better each year.
How Do I Find Rose bushes for Sale Near Me?
Make your life easier and your yard happier by shopping for Roses at NatureHills.com online nursery. You will find a massive selection of Rose bushes for sale, including many lovely Climbing varieties!
Choose the right shrub for your area by first finding your growing zone by entering your zip code in the field above the Plant Highlights section on our product pages. Narrow down your options by plant hardiness zone, sun availability, and size requirements.
Place your order, knowing it's backed by the Nature Hills Nursery product guarantee and protected by Plant Sentry™, which helps ensure regulated plant materials aren't sent to prohibited areas.
Expect to receive your plants at the appropriate planting time for your growing zone when temperatures are safest to ship through and into.
