Petal Pals
old garden · 1850
Gloire de Dijon
15 to 20 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
7–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
old garden
Bloom size
Large, up to 4 inches
Bloom habit
Usually solitary, sometimes in small clusters.
Petal count
Double, 26-40 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
climbing
Color
yellow
Fragrance
very strong
Foliage
Dark green
Foliage surface
Semi-glossy
Fragrance Notes
Rich, fruity, and tea-scented.
Color Description
Buff-yellow with apricot, amber, and salmon-pink shadings.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
15 to 20 feet
Spread
6 to 8 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining, slightly acidic soil.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 7–9
Disease Resistance
Moderate
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Regular watering to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms.
Pruning
Lightly prune in late winter or early spring; prune side shoots to encourage flowering.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to black spot and mildew in humid conditions.
🧬 Pedigree
Unknown
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Award of Garden Merit (RHS)