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Light

Full sun

Size

20 - 30cm

Watering

Weekly

Growth rate

Summer growth

Location

Walkways, lawn edging, show gardens

Drought tolerance

Moderate

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Charles De Gaulle rose attributes

The Charles De Gaulle rose is renowned for its striking lavender-blue blooms, captivating fragrance, and robust growth, making it a cherished addition to any rose garden.
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Rosa
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Hybrid Tea Rose
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Rosaceae
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Deciduous
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France
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1m x 1m
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Cuttings for new growth
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Common applications

  • Enhances perfumed gardens
  • Elevates floral arrangements
  • Ideal for mixed borders
  • Beautifies public spaces

Noteworthy features

  • Blooms throughout the season
  • Exhibits disease resistance
  • Highly fragrant blooms 
  • Best old mauve roses

Popular varieties

Our stunning rose varieties

Our assortment features an exceptional range of rose varieties gathered from across the globe. Discover several of our preferred selections listed below.

Frequently Asked Questions

For forty years, All Green has established itself as a dependable source of plant knowledge in Melbourne. Our experts, armed with vast knowledge, tackle all inquiries and challenges. Don't hesitate to reach out with any concerns – we aim to provide support and solutions.

How did Charles de Gaulle roses get their name?

Named for one of France’s most beloved statesmen, Charles de Gaulle roses are some of the most beautiful flowers in the world. Their story begins with the stately home of de Gaulle on the outskirts of Paris where these roses bloomed for decades. It is said that, upon tasting the fragrance of these roses, Madame de Gaulle declared that they should be named after her husband as a tribute to his courage and leadership. And so it was done – these carefully cultivated roses were christened ‘Charles de Gaulle’ in honor of his legacy and are now sold all over the world.

How tall do Charles de Gaulle roses grow?

Charles de Gaulle roses can attain heights of about 1.2-2.4 metres when fully grown in ideal conditions, and can reach a diameter of up to 90 cm with their arching growth habit. As such, they make an ideal choice for creating a privacy hedge or as the focal point of your garden. When properly cared for, these stunning roses can truly bring a vibrant splash of colour to any outdoor space.

Are Charles de Gaulle roses suitable for the Melbourne climate?

Charles de Gaulle roses are one variety of rose that is suited to the climate in Melbourne. The climate in Melbourne is known for its temperamental nature - temperatures can drop drastically throughout winter - making it important to select roses that can cope with these changing conditions. Fortunately, the Charles de Gaulle rose is quite hardy and can survive short temperature drops during periods of warm weather. However, during colder months they will likely require some protection or extra mulching around their base. With careful maintenance and attention, these beautiful varieties can thrive even in challenging climates such as Melbourne's.

What soil is best for Charles de Gaulle roses?

Charles de Gaulle roses thrive in well-drained, medium loam soil. A sandy type of soil with a moderately high amount of organic matter is ideal to promote strong root growth and increased blooms. Additionally, soil should be slightly acidic as these types of roses prefer acidity levels between 5 and 6 on the pH scale.

Can Charles de Gaulle roses be suitable as bare root roses?

Charles de Gaulle roses are ideal as bare root roses due to their reliable and prolific bloom cycle, strong fragrance, and disease resistance. Generally, they grow best in a sunny climate with well-draining soil. With minimal care and effort, you can enjoy the beautiful flowers of this variety from late spring through autumn. 

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