Rose - Pierre de Ronsard

Common Name:
Pierre de Ronsard Rose (Eden Rose)

Description:
The Pierre de Ronsard Rose (Rosa ‘Pierre de Ronsard’), also known as Eden Rose, is one of the most beloved climbing roses, admired for its large, fully double blooms in soft creamy white with delicate blush pink centres. This romantic and timeless variety blooms from spring through autumn, producing abundant flowers that exude an old-world charm. It has a mild fragrance and an exceptionally strong, upright growth habit, making it perfect for trellises, arches, pergolas, and fences. Thriving in Melbourne’s climate, Pierre de Ronsard prefers full sun and well-drained soil, boasting excellent disease resistance and low maintenance requirements. Regular feeding, watering, and pruning will encourage continuous flowering and healthy growth.

Form:

• Climber

Mature Size:

• Height: 2.5–3.5 m
• Width: 1.5–2 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer
• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Creamy White with Blush Pink Centres

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots (with support)
• Disease Resistant
• Lightly Scented Flowers
• Bee Attracting
• Perennial
• Long Flowering
• Suitable for Cut Flowers
• Suitable for Climbing Structures

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Clematis
• Lavender
• Salvia
• Nepeta (Catmint)
• Boxwood (Buxus)