Northwest Blooms · Roses
Rosa 'Fragrant Cloud'
Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose
- Rose type
- Hybrid Tea
- Height
- 3 to 5 feet
- Bloom size
- Large (4–6 in)
- Flower color
- Coral-orange to coral-red
- Fragrance
- Strong
About this plant
Rosa 'Fragrant Cloud' is a hybrid tea rose distinguished by large, double blooms in glowing coral‑orange that deepen to rich orange-red as they mature. These fragrant blossoms-emitting a potent citrus-damask aroma-open singly or in clusters and repeat continuously from late spring through fall. Glossy dark green foliage frames each bloom and enhances the rose's refined presence, while sturdy, thorny stems support both garden display and cut-flower uses. Its enduring fragrance fills the air throughout the season and draws pollinators to the garden.
Developed in Germany by Mathias Tantau Jr. and introduced in 1963, this rose earned the Portland Gold Medal and induction into the Rose Hall of Fame. 'Fragrant Cloud' remains known for its performance, evocative scent, and long-lasting bloom cycle across a variety of settings.
Planting & care
Roses reward a sunny, open site with at least six hours of direct light, good air movement, and well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Water deeply and less often, soaking the root zone while keeping the leaves dry, and mulch with two to three inches of compost or shredded bark held back from the canes. Feed repeat-blooming roses in early spring as growth starts and again after the first flush, then prune in late winter to remove dead or crossing canes and open the center. Long, straight stems make hybrid teas ideal for cutting, so give each plant room and airflow.
Where to see it
This plant can be seen at the Portland International Rose Test Garden.
