Petal Pals
hybrid tea · 2001
André le Notre
Rosa 'André le Notre'
90 cm to 120 cm
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
hybrid tea
Bloom size
12 cm to 13 cm
Bloom habit
Usually bears solitary, large flowers on long, sturdy stems suitable for cutting.
Petal count
60-65
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
blush
Fragrance
very strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Glossy
Fragrance Notes
A complex and intense scent featuring notes of Damask rose, ripe apricot, citrus, and lily of the valley.
Color Description
Large, cupped, and very double blooms in a soft pastel pink, often with deeper pink or peachy-apricot tones at the center, fading to pale pink or ivory at the edges.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
90 cm to 120 cm
Spread
60 cm to 90 cm
Soil
Prefers fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Adapts well to various soil types including clay, loam, and sandy soils, provided drainage is good.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
Excellent
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering is required, especially during dry spells; ensure the soil remains moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again in mid-summer to promote repeat blooming.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring. Remove dead, damaged, or diseased canes and thin out older wood to encourage new growth. For the shrub form, cut back by about one-third.
Pests & Diseases
Generally disease-resistant, though it may be susceptible to rust and blackspot in humid conditions.
🧬 Pedigree
(Pink Panther × Charleston 88) × Yakimour
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Gold Medal at Rome and Courtrai; Fragrance Prizes at Geneva, Madrid, Monza, and Barcelona.