Petal Pals
old garden · 1866
Antoine Ducher
Rosa 'Antoine Ducher'
4-6 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
6–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
large
Bloom habit
often borne in small clusters or solitary
Petal count
very double
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
dark green
Foliage surface
leathery
Fragrance Notes
intense, classic damask fragrance
Color Description
vibrant, deep crimson to purplish red
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4-6 feet
Spread
3-4 feet
Soil
well-draining, fertile soil with slightly acidic to neutral pH
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6–9
Disease Resistance
moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
consistent moisture needed, avoid overhead watering
Fertilizer
balanced rose fertilizer during growing season
Pruning
prune in early spring, remove dead or damaged wood
Pests & Diseases
susceptible to blackspot and mildew in humid conditions
🧬 Pedigree
unknown