Heirloom Roses Souvenir de La Malmaison
Best fragrant bloom for gardeners seeking reliable beauty.
This classic Bourbon rose offers a nearly thornless experience with intensely fragrant, delicate pink blooms that continuously appear from spring to fall. While heat-tolerant, it prefers to avoid excessive rain and heavy pruning. It's a great choice for containers or as a specimen plant, bringing historic charm and captivating scent to your garden.
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a profoundly fragrant, traditional rose experience.
- Enthusiasts desiring prolific, classic-looking blooms with reliable rebloom.
- Homeowners with limited space or those preferring a tidy, manageable shrub.
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in humid regions or those prioritizing disease-resistant, low-spray plants.
- Busy individuals or those seeking a truly hands-off, minimal-care rose variety.
- Northern gardeners or those desiring a rose that thrives without winter intervention.
Performance breakdown
Bloom Aesthetics
Classic quartered, cupped petals offer unmatched vintage elegance.
Fragrance Intensity
Exceptionally potent scent profile defines this historic Bourbon variety.
Handling Ease
Nearly thornless stems make pruning and maintenance significantly safer.
Bloom Consistency
Reliable, continuous flowering from spring through the autumn months.
Climate Versatility
Thrives in heat but requires protection from excessive rainfall.
Container Adaptability
Compact growth habit makes it ideal for patio pots.
Key Specs
Type
Bourbon
Color
Delicate soft pink
Fragrance
Very Fragrant
Hardiness Zone
5 - 9
Size
4' - 5' H x 4' W
Rebloom
Continual Blooming
Bloom Type
Cupped, Flat, Quartered, Very Full
Year Introduced
1843
SKU
BO611 GALLON
Light Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
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