A distinct and highly regarded variety. Rich purple-scarlet double scented blooms. The stems and buds are heavily mossed. Round soft and smooth bright green leaves. Repeat flowering. Size: 1.2m x 1m.
Mme de la Roche-Lambert
From £15.95
About Mme de la Roche-Lambert rose:
| Rose Group | Moss Rose |
| Breeder | Robert |
| Date of Introduction | 1851 |
| Colour | Purple |
| Flower Form | Double |
| Height | Medium |
| Flowering Period | Repeat |
| Fragrance | Medium |
| Disease Resistance | Moderate |
| Hardiness Zone | 5 -what’s this? |
More about Moss Roses:
Moss Roses first appeared as mutations of Centifolia roses in 1720, in which the sepal, calyx and stems have a mossy growth. This is particularly attractive in the bud stage and has a noticeable balsam-like fragrance when touched. Later repeat flowering and more compact hybrids evolved from the Damask roses, although these do tend to be rather less mossy. Very popular with the Victorians who relished such curiosities.
Pruning Guide: Prune in February/ March. Prune very lightly in the first year, reducing stems by no more than a third. In subsequent years, growths can be reduced by up to a half to leave a beautifully shapely plant.
Read our blog on how to prepare the ground for your bareroot Mme de la Roche-Lambert rose, or for more information on caring for and pruning repeat-flowering shrub roses, visit the RHS website.
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