Hybrid Tea Rose Rosa Rachel Louise Moran = 'Jacdrama' (PBR) (HT)

Water

For the Rose 'Rachel Louise Moran' commonly known as the hybrid tea rose, it is important to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water the rose deeply once a week, providing around 1 to 2 gallons per bush to encourage deep root growth. During hot, dry spells, you may need to water twice a week. Always water at the base of the plant to avoid wetting the foliage, which can lead to fungal diseases. Adjust the watering schedule based on rainfall and avoid overhead watering to minimize disease risk.

Light

The Rose 'Rachel Louise Moran' requires full sun to thrive, with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. The best spot to plant this hybrid tea rose would be one that receives morning sun, which helps to dry dew quickly, reducing the likelihood of fungal diseases. Avoid heavily shaded areas, as insufficient light can lead to poor flowering and an increased vulnerability to pests and diseases.

Temperature

The Rose 'Rachel Louise Moran' prefers a temperate climate with temperatures ranging between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit for optimal growth. It can survive in temperatures as low as 20 degrees Fahrenheit during winter dormancy and can tolerate summer highs up to around 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Ideal growing conditions include warm days and cool nights, which encourage robust blooms and healthy foliage.

Pruning

Prune the Rose 'Rachel Louise Moran' to maintain its shape, remove dead or diseased wood, and promote vigorous growth and abundant flowering. The best time to prune is in early spring, when new buds begin to swell. Remove any broken, dead, or crossing branches, and trim back about one-third of the previous year's growth to stimulate healthy new shoots. Pruning should be done annually to ensure the plant remains open and well-aerated, which helps prevent disease.

Cleaning

As needed

Soil

Hybrid Tea Roses like 'Jacdrama' prefer well-draining, loamy soil enriched with compost or well-rotted manure. The ideal soil pH should be between 6.0 and 6.5. A recipe for a suitable soil mix could be one-third each of garden soil, compost, and coarse sand or perlite to improve drainage.

Repotting

Hybrid Tea Roses such as 'Jacdrama' are typically grown in the ground and not commonly repotted. If grown in containers, they should be repotted every 2-3 years or when the pot is outgrown, refreshing the soil and pruning the roots if necessary.

Humidity & Misting

Hybrid Tea Roses, like 'Jacdrama', appreciate moderate humidity levels. While specific humidity requirements are not as crucial for roses as for some other plants, maintaining average air moisture without allowing the foliage to stay wet for long periods is beneficial.

Suitable locations

• Indoor

  Ensure ample light, avoid heat sources, and maintain airflow for 'Jacdrama'.

• Outdoor

  Plant in sunny spot, provide space for air, water deeply, mulch roots for 'Jacdrama'.

• Hardiness zone

  6-9 USDA.

Life cycle

The Hybrid Tea Rose 'Jacdrama' (Rosa Rachel Louise Moran) begins its life cycle as a dormant plant or barred root, which upon planting in early spring, will develop new shoots as temperatures rise. As the shoots grow, foliage emerges followed by buds, which will typically bloom from late spring to fall, displaying its large, well-formed flowers. Throughout the growing season, the plant will go through cycles of growth, blooming, and dormancy, especially in regions with a distinct winter. During the bloom period, regular deadheading of spent flowers encourages continued flowering. In the fall, growth slows, and the plant begins to enter a period of dormancy to conserve energy for winter. Completing its annual cycle, the Hybrid Tea Rose will remain dormant through the winter months until the next spring when temperatures rise, and the cycle of growth and blooming begins again.

Propogation

• Propogation time

  Spring to early summer

• The Rosa Rachel Louise Moran 'Jacdrama' is a hybrid tea rose, and the most popular method of propagation for this plant is through stem cuttings. This method involves taking a healthy, disease-free 6 to 8 inches (approximately 15 to 20 centimeters) long cutting from a mature plant during its dormant season, typically in late winter or early spring. The cutting should have at least three leaf nodes, and the leaves from the lower half of the stem should be removed. The cut end of the stem is then typically dipped in rooting hormone to help promote root development, and the stem is planted in a well-draining potting mix. A clear plastic bag or container can be placed over the cutting to maintain humidity levels, simulating a mini-greenhouse environment. After several weeks, roots will form, and the new plant can eventually be transplanted outdoors.