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Étoile de Hollande
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hybrid tea · 1919

Étoile de Hollande

Rosa 'Étoile de Hollande'

Hendrikus "Hens" A. Verschuren Sr.✦ strong fragrance

2' to 3' (bush form) or 8' to 30' (climbing form)

Height

Repeat

Blooming

Full sun

Light

6–10

Zone

Plant & Flower Traits

Rose type

hybrid tea

Bloom size

3.5" to 4.75"

Bloom habit

Produced in flushes throughout the season.

Petal count

35 to 45 petals

Flowering

repeat blooming

Habit

climbing

Color

red

Fragrance

strong

Foliage

Dark green

Foliage surface

Glossy

Fragrance Notes

Rich, strong, Old Rose or damask fragrance.

Color Description

Deep crimson or rich velvety red, rarely blueing

🌱 Growth & Garden Habits

Light

Full sun

Height

2' to 3' (bush form) or 8' to 30' (climbing form)

Spread

Up to 10'

Soil

Moderately fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained; prefers clayey, well-loosened soil.

Hardiness Zone

Zone 6–10

Disease Resistance

Somewhat susceptible to diseases.

🌿 Care Guide

Watering

Water 2-3 times per week until established; provide water during dry spells.

Fertilizer

Feed monthly in spring and summer with a balanced water-soluble or bloom-boosting fertilizer.

Pruning

Prune to maintain shape and encourage growth; deadhead to encourage repeat flowering.

Pests & Diseases

Susceptible to rust, powdery mildew, and black spot.

🧬 Pedigree

General MacArthur × Hadley

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Garden Merit Award

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