Antique Rose Emporium Souvenir De La Malmaison
Best classic beauty for fragrant garden enthusiasts.
A historic climbing sport that brings the classic, highly fragrant Bourbon rose experience to vertical spaces. It offers reliable repeat blooms, making it a beautiful choice for trellises, though it requires consistent care to manage its health.
$34.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a powerfully fragrant, traditional rose for their landscape.
- Enthusiasts desiring a visually stunning, historically significant rose variety.
- Home gardeners wanting consistent floral displays from an antique rose.
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in very humid or rainy climates should consider alternatives.
- Those preferring low-maintenance roses with strong natural disease resistance.
- Gardeners with limited space or those seeking a compact, upright rose.
Performance breakdown
Bloom Aesthetics
Quartered, pale pink blossoms offer unmatched classic elegance and visual appeal.
Fragrance Intensity
Delightful, classic rose scent provides a strong sensory reward for gardeners.
Ease of Establishment
Requires patience and specific care, making it challenging for novice gardeners.
Growth Rate
Slow development demands a long-term commitment to see full maturity.
Pruning Tolerance
Sensitive nature means harsh pruning can significantly hinder plant health.
Space Efficiency
Compact habit fits perfectly into smaller garden beds or container arrangements.
Key Specs
Name
Souvenir De La Malmaison
Class
Bourbon
Color
Pink
Growth Habit
Shrub
Fragrant
Yes
Hips
No
Blooms
Repeat
Mature Height
4ft
Year of Introduction
1842
Climate Zones
zone 6, zone 7, zone 8, zone 9, zone 10, zone 11
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