Rosa Summer Nights Hybrid Tea Rose
Best fragrant, repeat-blooming choice for gardeners seeking elegant, sunset-hued floral displays.
Discover the enchanting Rosa Summer Nights hybrid tea rose, honored as Jackson & Perkins 2012 Rose of the Year. This exquisite rose captivates with delicate yellow petals softly blushed with rosy pink, creating a sunset-like effect. Its blooms spiral open slowly from pointed buds, reaching an impressive 5 inches in diameter and releasing a delightful licorice fragrance. Perfect for garden beds, borders, landscapes, or large patio containers, this upright rose thrives in full sun, offering repeat blooms from late spring through fall with lush, dark green foliage. It is an ideal choice for adding elegance and fragrance to any garden setting.
$49.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
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Category Rank
1914
/ 3331
#1914 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+27%
Above average
Genus
Rosa
/ Rosa
Who it's for
- Entertainers looking to enhance outdoor living spaces with fragrance
- Gardeners seeking dramatic, high-impact floral displays
- Homeowners wanting continuous color throughout the growing season
Who should skip it
- Northern gardeners living in regions with harsh winters
- Busy gardeners preferring low-maintenance landscape plants
- Organic growers wanting to avoid chemical disease treatments
Performance breakdown
Bloom Visual Impact
Sunset-hued bi-color petals create a striking focal point in any garden.
Fragrance Intensity
Distinctive licorice notes provide a sophisticated sensory experience for outdoor spaces.
Repeat Bloom Reliability
Consistent flowering from spring through fall ensures season-long garden color.
Versatility of Placement
Upright habit adapts seamlessly to landscape borders or large patio containers.
Climate Adaptability
Robust performance across zones five through nine offers reliable regional hardiness.
Establishment Speed
Rapid development allows for impressive blooms within the very first year.
Key Specs
Genus
Rosa
Variety
'JACsumnig'
Hardiness Zones
5 - 9
Mature Height
5 Feet
Mature Width
4 Feet
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Bloom Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrant Flowers
Yes
Features
- Unique pink and yellow bi-color blooms
- Sweet licorice fragrance
- Large, 5-inch diameter flowers
- Blooms repeatedly throughout the season
- Upright growth habit
- Container-friendly design
- Blooms in the first year
- Awarded Rose of the Year 2012
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the 'Summer Nights' rose, highlighting its robust health upon arrival and reliable growth. The striking, deep color and intense, classic rose fragrance are major selling points, often exceeding expectations. The primary themes are aesthetic design and bloom quality. While some novice gardeners noted a slight learning curve for optimal care, the consensus is that the spectacular blooms and long vase life make this rose an outstanding investment, delivering significant aesthetic value for the garden.
Know before you buy
Yes, the Rosa Summer Nights is known for blooming in its first year, so you won't have to wait long to enjoy its flowers.
Absolutely. Its upright growth habit and container-friendly design make it an excellent choice for large pots, provided you have a space that receives full sun.
This variety is noted for a distinct, sweet licorice fragrance that is quite noticeable when the 5-inch blooms are fully open.
You should plan for a mature size of approximately 5 feet in height and 4 feet in width. Ensure you provide enough room for good air circulation to keep the foliage healthy.
This variety is hardy in zones 5 through 9. If you live in a region with extreme winters or summers, ensure your garden location provides the required full sun exposure.
Yes, this hybrid tea rose is a repeat bloomer, meaning you can expect fresh flowers to appear consistently from late spring through the fall.
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