True Bloom™ True Love™ Hybrid Tea Rose
Rosa ‘ALTcaptain’ PP31,575
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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 |
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#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
True Bloom™ True Love™ Hybrid Tea Rose highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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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 RateMedium
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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 PeriodSummer, Late Spring

Growing Zones
True Bloom™ True Love™ Hybrid Tea Rose
The True Bloom™ True Love™ Hybrid Tea Rose PP#31,575 (Rosa 'ALTcaptain') is a show-stopping, long-stemmed addition to any Rose lover's garden. With its deep red, fully double blooms, and rich, heady fragrance, this modern Hybrid Tea Rose is a romantic powerhouse that reblooms throughout the season.
As part of the True Bloom™ series, it offers disease resistance, making it a low-maintenance yet high-impact Rose for your landscape. As an added bonus, it delivers strong reblooming power, ensuring you get wave after wave of blooms from late spring through fall.
This stunning Rose grows in a classic upright form, reaching 2-3 feet tall and up to 2 feet wide, making it ideal for cutting gardens, formal plantings, or as a standout specimen! The glossy green foliage serves as the perfect backdrop for its long-lasting, velvety blossoms.
True Love™ is bred for hardiness and disease resistance, tolerating heat, humidity, and common Rose ailments with ease. This makes it an excellent choice for gardeners in USDA zones 4-9 who want gorgeous, long-stemmed Roses without the constant fuss.
Key Features
- Deep red, fully double blooms with a strong fragrance!
- Reblooms throughout the growing season
- Disease-resistant foliage for low-maintenance beauty
- Perfect for cutting gardens with long-stemmed Roses
- Grows 2-3 feet tall and 2 feet wide in an upright, long-stemmed form
- Thrives in USDA zones 4-9, heat and humidity tolerant
Landscaping Uses
Whether planted as a solitary specimen, an entire hedge, in containers, or as a romantic feature near an entryway, this Rose is destined to steal the show! The True Bloom™ True Love™ Hybrid Tea Rose can be used in many ways to enhance your garden:
- Planted as a hedge or border for a bold, romantic display
- Mixed into perennial beds for long-lasting color and fragrance
- Container gardening for balconies, patios, and entryways
- As a specimen plant to draw attention in the landscape
- Perfect for cut flower gardens with long stems and repeat blooms
- Pollinator gardens – Attracts bees and butterflies with its charming blooms
Care and Maintenance
This deciduous, disease-resistant Hybrid Tea Rose thrives with regular care and good air circulation.
- Planting Time: Spring or fall for the best establishment
- Sun Needs: Full sun (6+ hours per day), preferring morning sun to dry the leaves of dew
- Soil Needs: Well-drained, rich soil; tolerates clay with amendments
- Moisture Needs: Moderate; water deeply but allow to dry slightly between waterings
- Mulch: 3-4 inches of organic mulch helps retain moisture and suppress weeds
- Fertilization Needs: Rose fertilizer applied in early spring and mid-season
- Pruning Info: Prune in late winter to early spring; remove dead wood and shape the plant
- Renewal Pruning: Can be pruned hard every few years to rejuvenate growth
- Special Needs/Perks:
- Disease-resistant
- Heat-tolerant
True Love™ Brings Endless Roses To Your Garden!
The True Bloom™ True Love™ Hybrid Tea Rose is a must-have for gardeners who want classic beauty, rich fragrance, and effortless reblooming. Whether you're crafting dreamy bouquets or adding romance to your garden beds, this disease-resistant Rose makes it easy to enjoy long-stemmed, deep red blossoms from spring through fall.
Order yours today from Nature Hills Nursery and enjoy the elegance of True Love™ delivered right to your doorstep! Get years of bouquets for the price of a floral arrangement from a florist!
Frequently Asked Questions
How fragrant is the True Bloom™ True Love™ Hybrid Tea Rose?
This Rose has a strong, classic Rose fragrance, making it an excellent choice for cutting gardens and sensory landscapes.
Does this Rose rebloom?
Yes! The True Love™ Hybrid Tea Rose is a repeat bloomer, providing waves of deep red, double-petaled flowers from late spring through fall.
Is True Love™ disease-resistant?
Yes, it has excellent disease resistance, including black spot and powdery mildew resistance, making it easier to care for than traditional Hybrid Tea Roses.
Can I grow this Rose in a container?
Yes! It performs well in large containers as long as it receives full sun and regular watering.