Rose - Hot Cocoa

About Hot Cocoa Potted Rose Bush Rosa ‘WEKpaltlez’ Hot Cocoa Hot Cocoa is a captivating Floribunda introduced in the U.S. by Weeks Roses and bred by Tom Carruth. Its uniquely rich, smoky blooms blend chocolate, orange, russet, and bronze tones—often shifting in color depending on temperature. With a fruity fragrance and velvety texture, this rose adds drama and depth to borders, containers, and bouquets. Plant & Flower Traits Rose Type: Floribunda Breeder: Tom Carruth (USA, 2002) Introduced By: Weeks Roses (USA, 2003) Color: Smoky chocolate-orange with russet and bronze hues Petal Count: ~26–40 petals Bloom Form: High-centered, ruffled and cupped Bloom Size: ~4–5″ Flowering: Flushes from spring through fall Fragrance: Medium, fruity scent Vase Life: Excellent — long-lasting in arrangements Awards: All-America Rose Selections Winner (2003) Growth & Garden Habits Growth Type: Upright, bushy shrub Light Requirements: Full sun Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 6–9 (Zone 5 requires winter protection of the bud union) Spacing: ~3–4′ Height: ~3–5′ Width: ~2–3′ Health & Suitability Root Stock: Budded or Own Root Disease Resistance: Strong and vigorous Heat & Cool Adaptation: Excellent performance; colors deepen in cool temps Regional Recommendations: West Coast • Intermountain West • Southwest • Deep South • Southeast • Mid‑Atlantic • Midwest • Northeast • Pacific Northwest