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Gloire des Polyantha
Reference photo

polyantha · 1886

Gloire des Polyantha

✦ moderate fragrance

1.5 to 3 feet

Height

Repeat

Blooming

Full sun

Light

6–9

Zone

Plant & Flower Traits

Rose type

polyantha

Bloom size

small, approximately 1 inch

Bloom habit

borne in large, dense clusters

Petal count

double

Flowering

repeat blooming

Habit

bushy

Color

blush

Fragrance

moderate

Foliage

medium green

Foliage surface

semi-glossy

Fragrance Notes

sweet, spicy, characteristic of its class

Color Description

soft, creamy white with pinkish edges or tints

🌱 Growth & Garden Habits

Light

Full sun

Height

1.5 to 3 feet

Spread

2 to 3 feet

Soil

well-drained, fertile soil, prefers neutral to slightly acidic pH

Hardiness Zone

Zone 6–9

Disease Resistance

good

🌿 Care Guide

Watering

average water needs; keep moist but not waterlogged

Fertilizer

balanced rose fertilizer during the growing season

Pruning

light pruning in spring to remove dead or diseased wood and shape

Pests & Diseases

generally healthy but may be susceptible to black spot or mildew in poor conditions

🧬 Pedigree

Mignonette x un-named variety

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