Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose

Rosa 'TANellis'

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Award-Winning Fragrance: Hall of Fame Rose Voted for Its Intoxicating Scent
Thrives in Zones 6-9
Sweetly Fragrant Flowers
Perfect for Privacy Screen or Hedge
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Sunlight: Provide at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sun daily. While Fragrant Cloud can handle very light afternoon shade in blistering climates, full sun is essential for the best petal count and that iconic, intense spicy-sweet scent.
Soil: These roses prefer rich, loamy soil that drains as well as a colander. If you have heavy clay, mix in plenty of compost or aged manure to improve drainage and prevent the roots from sitting in stagnant water.

Watering Requirements

During the first growing season, deep soak your rose two to three times a week to help the roots dive deep into the soil. Once established, you can taper off, but aim for a consistent one inch of water per week to prevent the blooms from shrinking or the foliage from wilting. Avoid overhead watering to keep the leaves dry, as moisture sitting on the foliage is an invitation for black spot and powdery mildew.

Pruning Tips

Fragrant Cloud blooms on new wood, so you should prune in late winter or very early spring just as the leaf buds begin to swell. Think of this like a structural refresh: remove any dead, damaged, or crossing canes and cut the remaining healthy stems back by about one third at a 45 degree angle. This focused pruning directs the plant's energy into vigorous new growth, which results in larger flowers and better air circulation through the center of the bush.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced rose food or a slow release granular fertilizer in early spring when new leaves first appear, then again after the first major flush of blooms. Avoid high nitrogen fertilizers late in the summer, because this encourages soft, tender growth that will not have time to harden off before the first frost arrives. Using a fertilizer with a slightly higher phosphorus count will specifically support the heavy flower production this variety is known for.

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Plant specifications
Plant Characteristics	Cold hardy, Fragrant, Reblooming, Flowering, Attracts pollinators, Container Friendly
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	Red
Foliage Color	Green
Fragrant	Yes
Pet Safety	Toxic to pets
Suitable Space	Outdoors
Plant Name	Rose
Botanical Name	Rosa 'TANellis'
Species	spp.
Cultivar	TANellis
Class	Magnoliopsida, Rosales
Does Not Ship To	AK, HI, ID, MT, PR

Incredible Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose (Rosa 'TANellis') offers captivating deep coral red-orange blooms that stay vibrant and rebloom continuously. Oversized, double blooms are high-centered and well-shaped and feature up to 30 petals apiece.

Hybridized in 1968 by Matius Tantau, Jr. of Germany, Fragrant Cloud Rose bush was bred from 'Prima Ballerina' and was voted into the Rose Hall of Fame for its intoxicating scent and stylish hue. This upright cultivar is very quick to rebloom against a backdrop of rich, glossy, dark green leaves. Add Fragrant Cloud Rose for color and scent in a place you'll be able to appreciate it. This engaging plant turns heads in a delightful summer display.

But it's the marvelous Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose perfume that earns it top reviews. People just like you can count on the heady citrusy-spicy-sweetness in cut arrangements and in the garden from USDA growing zones 6 - 9. Arrange them in your vase with bare lower stems. Remove the lower leaves below the water line, but keep a few sprays near the blooms for a soft filler. A single bloom will add a fabulous damask-tangerine fragrance anywhere you place it!

Planting and Application:

Use one as a specimen plant to study by your seating areas where the perfume will help chase away the hectic day. Fragrant Cloud Roses can be grown in containers, so it's easy to decorate your patio with lavish coral-red blooms! So even seating and garden benches on porches, patios and balconies can all enjoy these luscious blooms!

Fragrant Cloud is ideal by your front door in large planters or on either side of your sunny front door or astride the entrance to a destination pathway! Add romance to the cottage border, or enjoy armloads of blooms for cutting gardens! These long-stemmed single-borne Roses are perfect for your bouquets! For the cost of a large bouquet at a florist, you'll enjoy armloads of these flowers saturated in color and fragrance!

These Hybrid Tea Roses are narrow yet tall growing shrubs for small-space gardening plus attract pollinators and admirers galore! Plant rows or groupings of Roses as luscious backdrops along perennial gardens or use the tall, narrow form of these shrubs in an allée behind garden beds as flowering wallpaper around nooks and as backdrops to your garden beds!

Hybrid Tea Rose With Voluptuous Coral-Red Blooms
Wonderfully Spicy-Citrusy Damask Rose Scent
Upright Growing Shrub With Lush Dark-Green Leaves
Scented Cut Flowers & Amazing Pollinator Draw
Hedges & Specimens, Container Plantings, Privacy & Easy Care Accents

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Fragrant Cloud Rose needs at least six hours of sunlight a day to encourage reblooming flushes and plant in a location with enriched, well-drained soil and good air circulation, and Fragrant Cloud Rose bush is no exception! Choose your planting site with care and you'll reap the rewards with their heavenly scent! Provide supplemental water on a regular basis. Provide 3-4 inches of arborist mulch over the top of the root system to keep the mulch pulled back away from the stems. 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.

Use Nature Hills Root Booster in the planting hole as a symbiotic formula works to support the tiny feeder roots over the whole life of your Rose bush. For the longest, sturdiest stems, fertilize in spring with a Rose formula and reapply according to the directions.

Learn about winterizing, and un-wintering your Roses in our Garden Blog, plus all the tips and tricks you need when pruning your new prize Rose bush!

Full Sun
Well-Drained Enriched Soil
Moderate Moisture
Adaptable & Hardy
Appreciates Mulched Garden Beds & Containers

Envelop your garden and senses in the luscious coral-red color and divine fragrance of the Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose today from NatureHills.com!

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One of the most fragrant roses I've grown in over forty years of gardening. Our brutal winter killed my only specimen.

Dear Fragrant Cloud,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with the Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose. It’s truly inspiring to hear from someone with over forty years of gardening expertise! We’re delighted that this rose brought such lovely fragrance to your garden.

We’re sorry to learn that your specimen didn’t survive last winter’s harsh conditions. Winter kills can be particularly tough on delicate roses, especially hybrid teas. For future planting, you might consider providing extra winter protection such as mulching heavily around the root zone, using rose cones or burlap wraps, or planting in a sheltered spot to shield from bitter winds.

If you would like, we also offer several rose varieties known for both exceptional fragrance and hardiness, which may be better suited to surviving extreme winters in your area — our experts would be glad to help you select the ideal candidate.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out anytime; we’re here to support you through every season of your gardening journey!

Techniques and resources for rose winter care can be found here [link to winter rose care guide], which many of our growers find very valuable.

To greener days ahead,
Nature Hills Customer Care & Plant Support

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One of the most fragrant roses I've grown in over forty years of gardening. Our brutal winter killed my only specimen.

Dear Fragrant C.,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful feedback! With four decades of gardening experience, it truly means a lot to hear that the Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose stands out as one of the most fragrant roses you’ve ever grown. We’re sorry to hear that the tough winter was hard on your beloved specimen — frosts can indeed pose quite a challenge for roses, even those as resilient as this variety.

For future seasons, you might consider some protective measures like applying a thick mulch layer around the base before winter sets in, and possibly using rose cones or burlap wraps for added insulation during extreme cold. These steps can help your new plant weather brutal conditions and come back strong. If you’d like, we’d be happy to help you select hardy companions or provide additional tips tailored to your local climate.

Thanks again for your thoughtful review. We’d love to see you nurture this fragrant beauty again soon!

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mature height and width of Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose?

Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose typically reaches 4-6 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide at maturity. This upright cultivar has a naturally narrow growth habit that works well in tight spaces. Plant with 3-4 feet spacing to allow for proper air circulation and healthy growth.

Does Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose grow well in containers?

Yes, Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose thrives in containers and is perfect for patios, porches, and balconies in zones 6-9. Use large planters for best results, especially near seating areas where you can enjoy the intoxicating fragrance. Shop at Nature Hills for this award-winning rose.

How much sun does Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose need daily?

Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose needs full sun, requiring at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal blooming and fragrance production. Like most hybrid teas, it performs best in sunny locations in zones 6-9. Plant it where morning sun will dry dew from the foliage to prevent disease issues.

How often should I water Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose?

Water deeply 1-2 times per week, providing about 1 inch total weekly in zones 6-9. Hybrid tea roses need consistent moisture but well-draining soil to prevent root rot. Water at soil level early morning to keep foliage dry and reduce disease risk.

How do I prune Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose?

Prune Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose in late winter or early spring before new growth begins in zones 6-9. Remove dead, diseased, and weak canes, then cut healthy canes back by one-third to encourage the vigorous reblooming this variety is known for.

Is Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose disease resistant?

Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose has moderate disease resistance typical of most hybrid teas. In zones 6-9, ensure good air circulation and avoid overhead watering to prevent common rose diseases like black spot and powdery mildew.

How cold hardy is Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose in winter?

Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose is hardy in USDA zones 6-9, tolerating winter temperatures down to about -10°F. In zone 6, provide winter protection like mulching around the base and wrapping in burlap during harsh cold snaps.

When is the best time to plant Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose?

Plant Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose in early spring after the last frost date in zones 6-9. Fall planting works well too, giving roots time to establish before winter dormancy. Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil and plan for this upright grower's mature size when spacing.

Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose

Rosa 'TANellis'