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The Squire
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The Squire

✦ strong fragrance

3 to 4 feet

Height

Repeat

Blooming

Full sun

Light

5–9

Zone

Plant & Flower Traits

Rose type

shrub

Bloom size

Large

Bloom habit

Usually borne in clusters.

Petal count

100+

Flowering

repeat blooming

Habit

bushy

Color

burgundy

Fragrance

strong

Foliage

Dark green

Foliage surface

Matte

Fragrance Notes

Rich, old rose scent.

Color Description

Deep crimson turning to purple-crimson.

🌱 Growth & Garden Habits

Light

Full sun

Height

3 to 4 feet

Spread

3 feet

Soil

Moist, fertile, well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH.

Hardiness Zone

Zone 5–9

Disease Resistance

Moderate

🌿 Care Guide

Watering

Regular water is needed, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Fertilizer

Use a balanced rose fertilizer at the start of the season and follow up after major bloom flushes.

Pruning

Prune back in early spring to encourage bushy growth and remove dead wood.

Pests & Diseases

Susceptible to black spot and mildew if not maintained with good air circulation.

🧬 Pedigree

Château de Clos Vougeot x [The Knight x (Seedling x Seedling)]

🏆 Awards & Recognition

None notable

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