Weeks Roses Sugar Moon
Best fragrant rose for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, high-impact floral displays.
Discover the Weeks Roses Sugar Moon, a Hybrid Tea rose celebrated for its spicy fragrance and abundant, continuous blooms. This variety boasts super-long, elegant buds with rosy pink over sparkling yellow-orange tones, opening to large, classically formed flowers up to 5 inches wide. It's easy to maintain, offering strong vigor and natural disease resistance. The rich, dark green foliage is beautifully contrasted by unusual red stems, adding unique visual appeal to any garden landscape or bouquet.
$33.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1635
/ 2688
#1635 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-14%
Below average
Class
Hybrid Tea
/ Hybrid Tea
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking highly fragrant flowers for indoor arrangements
- Landscapers wanting elegant white blooms that resist heat discoloration
- Homeowners desiring a consistent supply of flowers all season
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in humid climates wanting low-maintenance, disease-resistant plants
- Residents in rainy or windy regions seeking storm-resilient varieties
- Busy hobbyists looking for hands-off, easy-care shrub options
Performance breakdown
Fragrance Intensity
Spicy, captivating notes provide a sensory experience that lingers in gardens.
Bloom Consistency
Continuous flowering cycles ensure a reliable display throughout the growing season.
Disease Resistance
Robust natural defenses minimize the need for intensive chemical maintenance.
Structural Vigor
Strong, upright growth habit creates a striking, architectural presence in landscapes.
Cut Flower Quality
Long stems and classic form make these blooms perfect for arrangements.
Visual Contrast
Dark foliage and unique red stems elevate the plant's aesthetic appeal.
Key Specs
Class
Hybrid Tea
Cultivar
cv. WEKmemolo
Plant Habit
Medium-tall to tall
Growth Habit
Very upright, bushy
Plant Height
4′ 11″ to 5′ 7″
Stem Length
Long
Foliage Color
Rich dark glossy green
Disease Resistance
Very good
Features
- Spicy, captivating fragrance
- Abundant, continuous blooms
- Elegant, long bud presentation
- Natural resistance to common diseases
- Strong plant vigor and growth
- Striking contrast with red stems
- Large, classically formed flowers
- Ideal for bouquets and landscapes
What customers say
Enthusiasts overwhelmingly celebrate the 'Sugar Moon' rose for its spectacular, intense lemon citrus fragrance, a feature setting it apart from other white roses. Reviewers consistently admire the large, classic hybrid tea form and the pristine white color, noting the blooms maintain their purity. Gardeners report good vigor and reliable repeat blooming throughout the season, confirming its high value. However, a minority of users note susceptibility to common diseases like black spot and mildew, requiring proactive maintenance, especially in humid areas. Despite these care demands, the unparalleled fragrance and stunning visual appeal make this rose a highly rewarding and sought after specimen for dedicated rose gardens.
Know before you buy
This Hybrid Tea rose typically reaches a mature height between 4 feet 11 inches and 5 feet 7 inches. Its growth habit is very upright and bushy, making it a substantial presence in a garden bed.
Sugar Moon is bred for natural disease resistance, which helps it maintain health with less intervention than many older rose varieties. While it is quite vigorous, providing good air circulation and proper watering will further support its natural resilience.
Yes, they are excellent for bouquets. The long stems and large, 5-inch classically formed flowers are specifically well-suited for floral arrangements.
This variety is known for a distinct, spicy fragrance. It is quite captivating and adds a sensory element to both the garden and cut flower arrangements.
Sugar Moon is a continuous bloomer, meaning it will produce abundant flowers throughout the growing season rather than just once or twice. You can expect a steady display of its bright white, full-petaled blooms from spring until frost.
Beyond its clean, bright white petals, Sugar Moon features striking red stems that contrast beautifully against its rich, dark glossy green foliage. This color combination provides visual interest even when the plant is not in full bloom.
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