Neptune™ Hybrid Tea Rose

Rosa 'WEKhilpurnil'

Nature Hills Nursery

Lavender-Blushed Purple Petals with Intoxicating Citrus Fragrance in Every Neptune Rose Bloom
Thrives in Zones 5-9
Grows 4-5 ft Tall, 2-3 ft Wide
Sweetly Fragrant Flowers
Top Pick for Privacy Screen or Hedge

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

Sunlight: For the most vibrant lavender blooms and strong stems, give Neptune at least six hours of direct sunlight daily. While it can handle light afternoon shade in blistering climates, too much shade results in fewer flowers and increased risk of powdery mildew.
Soil: This rose thrives in rich, loamy soil that drains like a wrung-out sponge. If you have heavy clay, mix in organic compost or aged manure to improve aeration, as "wet feet" will quickly lead to root rot.

Watering Requirements

During the first growing season, water deeply two to three times a week to help the roots dive deep into the soil. Once established, Neptune is moderately drought-tolerant, but inconsistent watering will cause the large, high-centered blooms to wilt or diminish in size. Focus water at the base of the plant rather than the leaves to prevent fungal issues.

Pruning Tips

Since Neptune is a Hybrid Tea rose, it blooms on new wood, so you should prune in late winter or early spring just as the buds begin to swell. Think of this like a structural reset: remove any dead or crossing canes and cut the remaining healthy canes back to about 12 to 18 inches at a 45-degree angle. This heavy pruning encourages the plant to push out vigorous new growth that will carry the season's first flush of fragrant flowers.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced rose food or a slow-release fertilizer in early spring and again after the first major bloom cycle to fuel its repeat-flowering habit. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers after mid-August because this encourages tender new growth that won't have time to harden off before the first frost. Using a fertilizer with a bit of extra magnesium can also help intensify the unique purple-blue hue of the petals.

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Plant specifications
Plant Characteristics	Cold hardy, Fragrant, Reblooming, Flowering
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	Fast
Growth Habit	Climbing, Spreading, Trailing, Upright
Blooms In	Spring, Summer, Fall
Flower Color	Purple
Foliage Color	Green
Fragrant	Yes
Pet Safety	Toxic to pets
Suitable Space	Outdoors
Plant Name	Rose
Botanical Name	Rosa 'WEKhilpurnil'
Species	spp.
Cultivar	WEKhilpurnil
Class	Magnoliopsida, Rosales
Does Not Ship To	AK, HI, ID, MT, PR

People love growing the popular Neptune™ Rose (Rosa 'WEKhilpurnil') for the magnificent color, form, and fragrance of the showy blooms. Another winning introduction hybridized by Tom Carruth, large Neptune™ Roses feature up to 45 petals that are lavender-blushed purple at the very edge. Neptune™ Roses are somewhat cupped, and the petal edges are moderately reflexed outward, a perfect shape to lift, sniff and savor the incredible fragrance.

Strong citrus scent and fresh, ombré coloration make Neptune™ a mythic addition to your mixed garden beds and patio plantings. It's a continuous rebloomer that produces both single and clustered blooms at the end of strong medium to long stems, perfect for indoor arrangements. When you grow reblooming Hybrid Tea Roses, start collecting vases! Regular cutting for indoor arrangements actually encourages additional blooming flushes from late spring through fall.

Vigorous, upright, bushy Neptune™ Rose plants feature large, glossy green leaves and very good disease resistance. Hardy throughout USDA growing zones 5 through 9, these are modern hardy Rose shrubs that have upright growth and narrow form.

Planting and Application:

Thoroughly modern Neptune™ makes a statement in mixed garden beds. Add an odd-numbered series of them as an anchor to play the starring role in your patio plantings, or in an island bed in the front lawn. Pair with other blue and lavender flowers for continuity or pair this subtle lavender blushed hue with buttery yellows, blush pinks, and light blues. Plants with silver and white variegated foliage seem to make these blooms pop!

Edge the sunny side of a Privet or Evergreen hedge with a long row of Neptune™ Roses. Just plant them at least six feet away from the hedge to give yourself plenty of room to trim! For a sleek look that can read as either modern or rustic, keep Roses in galvanized steel troughs. Replace your tired foundation planting with these hardy containers for a dynamic look you can play with each season!

Use Neptune™ to decorate the edge of an outdoor Yoga Studio and savor the fresh scent during your flows. Add a hammock chair or two nearby for a blissful destination spot with a beautiful focal point that attracts butterflies and bees!

Lavender-Blushed Petals
Fragrant Hybrid Tea Rose
Easy Care Green Foliage
Pollinator & Showy Cut Flowers
Gorgeous Rare Hue, Soothing Backdrops, Specimens & Hedges

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Select your planting site with care for the best result. Roses need at least six hours of direct sunlight a day, well-drained soil and good air circulation to perform at their best. Give Neptune™ plenty of sunlight and well-drained soil for the best performance! Don't forget the Nature Hills Root Booster, to give this fragrant Rose life-long support when used during planting. This symbiotic formula enhances your landscape assets their entire life. Use mulch over the root system, but pull it back away from touching the canes. Growing Hybrid Tea Roses in zones colder than zone 7 should be mounded with 8-12 inches of mulch in late fall after the frost killed the leaves for best overwintering.

In early spring, remove several of the thickest, oldest canes at ground level to maintain health and vigor. Read all you need about pruning Roses Here, and about winterizing your Roses Here and un-wintering Roses in Spring in our #ProPlantTips Garden Blog!

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Moderate Regular Moisture & Mulched Beds
Any Well-Drained Enriched Soil
Prune Early Spring
Fast Growing, Winter Hardy & Disease Resistant

Sublime and subtle but gorgeous through and through, the elegant lavender-blushed Neptune™ Hybrid Tea Rose bushes are must-haves for the Rose garden and the refined landscape! Order yours today at NatureHills.com!

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Frequently Asked Questions

How tall and wide does the Neptune™ Hybrid Tea Rose grow at maturity?

Neptune™ Hybrid Tea Roses typically reach 4-5 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide at maturity. These upright, bushy plants have a narrow growth habit with vigorous stems. Plant them at least 3 feet apart to allow proper air circulation and room for their full spread.

How often should I water my Neptune™ Hybrid Tea Rose?

Water Neptune™ Hybrid Tea Roses deeply once or twice weekly during growing season. These vigorous reblooming shrubs need consistent moisture from late spring through fall to support continuous blooming flushes. Water at soil level to protect the glossy foliage from disease.

When does the Neptune™ Hybrid Tea Rose bloom and what color are the flowers?

Neptune™ blooms continuously from late spring through fall with lavender-blushed purple flowers featuring up to 45 petals. The large, fragrant blooms have a strong citrus scent and appear both singly and in clusters on strong stems. Regular cutting for bouquets actually encourages more blooming flushes throughout the season.

Is the Neptune™ Hybrid Tea Rose deer resistant?

The Neptune™ Hybrid Tea Rose is not specifically deer resistant, as most roses are actually preferred by deer. While this variety has very good disease resistance in zones 5-9, you'll need to protect it with repellents, fencing, or companion plantings of deer-deterrent herbs like lavender.

When is the best time to plant Neptune™ Hybrid Tea Rose after receiving it?

Plant Neptune™ Hybrid Tea Rose in early spring after the last frost or in fall 6-8 weeks before hard freeze in zones 5-9. This timing allows roots to establish before bloom season or winter dormancy. Shop at Nature Hills for healthy, field-grown plants ready to thrive.

Does the Neptune™ Hybrid Tea Rose require regular fertilizing?

Neptune™ Hybrid Tea Roses benefit from regular fertilizing during their growing season for optimal bloom production. Feed monthly from early spring through summer with a balanced rose fertilizer to support continuous reblooming from late spring through fall in zones 5-9.

Will the Neptune™ Hybrid Tea Rose survive shipping during hot summer months?

Neptune™ Hybrid Tea Roses are hardy in USDA zones 5-9 and can handle summer shipping with proper care. These vigorous shrubs have good disease resistance that helps them recover from shipping stress. Plant immediately upon arrival and water deeply to establish strong roots.

Neptune™ Hybrid Tea Rose

Rosa 'WEKhilpurnil'