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Hybrid Tea Rose

Twice in a Blue Moon

Twice in a Blue Moon

£17.90 GBP
£17.90 GBP
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  • Plant (Bare Root) : November to April
  • Plant (Potted) :
  • Position :
  • Height : 100cm
  • Bloom : May to October
  • Soil : Fertile
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Description

  • TWICE IN A BLUE MOON: Rosa ‘Twice in a Blue Moon’ features elegant, lilac-lavender roses with beautifully formed petals and a refined, classic shape. Its dreamy colour adds something truly special to any garden — soft, serene, and naturally eye-catching. 

  • PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS: Choose an open, bright and sunny location with well-drained soil. Check that the soil in the container is moist and that the rose has been well watered. Prepare the soil in which your rose is to be planted by digging over and adding some well rotted farmyard manure or compost and general purpose fertiliser, ensuring that these are well mixed with the soil before planting.  

  • Then dig a hole large enough so as not to damage the root-ball. Remove the pot before planting. Position the rose in the hole and fill in, firming down and then watering well. Continue to water frequently in dry spells. Feed each Spring and Summer with a suitable rose fertiliser. Remove fading flowers. 

  • REPEAT FLOWERING: As the name suggests, this rose provides multiple flushes of blooms from June to October. Deadhead spent flowers to keep the next wave coming — a long-lasting display of colour and perfume. The soft, cool-toned flowers pair beautifully with whites, blues, silvers, and pastel planting schemes. 

  • TALL, ELEGANT, GROWTH HABIT: Growing to around height 1m and spread 70cm, this hybrid tea rose forms a graceful, upright shrub perfect for borders, rose beds, and mixed cottage plantings. Its long, strong stems make it excellent for cut flowers and vase arrangements. 

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Planting & Care Guide

Instructions for Planting and Caring for Bare Root

Pruning Newly Planted Roses

Prune your bare root roses before planting—this promotes healthy growth. For climbing and shrub roses, trim them back to about six inches; bush roses should be reduced to four inches.

How to Plant Bare Root Roses

  • Depth: Plant the rose so that the graft union and the first inch of branches are below soil level to prevent suckers and wind damage.

  • Hole Size: Dig a hole wide enough for the roots to spread and deep enough to cover the base of the stems.

  • Soil and Fertilizer: Use high-quality compost like John Innes No 3, and mix in a handful of rose food or bone meal to avoid root scorch.

  • Planting: Hold the rose at the correct depth while backfilling the hole with soil. Firm it down gently with your foot as you go.

Handling Frost and Dry Roots

Never plant bare root roses when their roots are dry or during frosty conditions. If they arrive frozen, they can stay unopened for up to a week. If frost persists, open the package, moisten the roots, and place them in a container with damp soil or sand until conditions improve.

By following these guidelines, your bare root roses will thrive and provide beautiful blooms for years to come!

Disease Resistant

This fragrant potted rose is grown with care and delivered ready to bloom in its 3 litre black pot.

Instructions for Planting and Caring for Potted

Pruning Potted Roses

Lightly prune potted roses to maintain their shape and encourage healthy growth. Remove dead stems and trim overgrown branches for a well-balanced plant.

How to Care for Potted Roses

  • Sunlight: Place your potted roses in a spot with 6+ hours of sunlight daily.

  • Soil: Ensure the pot has nutrient-rich, well-draining soil. If planting in the ground, enrich with compost or rose fertilizer.

  • Watering: Keep the soil moist, not waterlogged. Water deeply 1-2 times per week or more often in hot weather.

  • Transplanting: If replanting in the ground, handle the root ball carefully and plant at the same soil level. Water thoroughly after planting.

Seasonal Care

  • Winter Care: Protect from frost by moving pots to a sheltered area or insulating them with wraps. Water sparingly during winter months.

  • Feeding: Use a quality rose fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season to boost growth and blooms.

    By following these steps, your potted roses will thrive and provide beautiful blooms for years to come!

Disease Resistant

This fragrant potted rose is grown with care and delivered ready to bloom in its 3 litre black pot.