Petal Pals
old garden · 1851
Souvenir du Docteur Jamain
Rosa 'Souvenir du Docteur Jamain'
150-200 cm
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Part shade
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
Medium
Bloom habit
Often borne in small clusters.
Petal count
Double, approximately 25-40 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
red
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Matte to slightly glossy
Fragrance Notes
Rich, classic old rose scent.
Color Description
Deep velvety crimson-maroon, fading to a lighter violet-purple.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Partial shade
Height
150-200 cm
Spread
100-120 cm
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate; best in areas with good air circulation.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular water needed, keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Use a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead wood and shape the plant.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to powdery mildew, black spot, and rust if conditions are not ideal.
🧬 Pedigree
Charles Lefebvre x General Jacqueminot