Prince Jardinier

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Prince Jardinier carries a name built on a beautiful contrast. It possesses all the elegance expected of a prince, yet it belongs completely to the garden. Rather than being delicate or demanding, it grows with strength, health and consistency, rewarding the gardener with magnificent flowers and a fragrance worthy of its distinguished title.

Created by the House of Meilland Richardier, this refined hybrid tea rose opens in a delicate pale cream, while a soft pink centre gradually reveals itself between the petals. The subtle transition between the two colours gives every bloom depth and warmth, creating an appearance that is romantic without becoming overly formal.

Its exceptionally large flowers measure approximately 13 cm across and contain around 80 beautifully arranged petals. Their full, elegant form is matched by a powerful classic rose fragrance, making Prince Jardinier particularly rewarding when planted near terraces, paths, entrances or seating areas where its perfume can be enjoyed at close range.

Flowering repeatedly from May until the first frost, the plant reaches approximately 80 to 130 cm in height. Its upright growth and long stems make the blooms easy to admire in the garden and especially valuable for cutting. Once placed in a vase, the flowers can remain attractive for approximately 7 to 10 days.

Despite the delicacy of its colouring, Prince Jardinier is a strong and healthy variety with very good resistance to disease. This combination of fragrance, beauty and reliability has earned it major international recognition, including a Fragrance Prize in Buenos Aires, first prizes from breeders and the French National Horticultural Society, a Silver Medal for large flowers in Baden-Baden and the prestigious ADR distinction.

Prince Jardinier proves that refinement does not have to come at the expense of resilience. It is a rose created not only to be admired, but to live successfully in the garden, return faithfully each season and fill the home with flowers whenever you choose to bring its beauty indoors.

Frequently asked questions:

What makes Prince Jardinier different from other pale roses?
It combines large, romantic cream-and-pink flowers with an exceptionally strong classic rose fragrance. Unlike some delicately coloured varieties, it also offers very good disease resistance and dependable repeat flowering.

How strong is its fragrance?
Fragrance is one of the defining qualities of Prince Jardinier. Its intense rose perfume has received international recognition, including a dedicated Fragrance Prize in Buenos Aires.

Does Prince Jardinier flower repeatedly?
Yes. It produces successive flushes from May until the first frost, allowing you to enjoy its flowers and fragrance throughout much of the growing season.

Is it suitable for bouquets?
Yes. Its large flowers, elegant shape and long stems make it an excellent rose for cutting. The blooms generally remain attractive for approximately 7 to 10 days in a vase.

Is Prince Jardinier difficult to grow?
No. Although its flowers appear delicate, the plant itself is healthy and robust. Its very good disease resistance and prestigious ADR distinction make it a reassuring choice for gardeners who want beauty without excessive maintenance.

How much space does it need?
Prince Jardinier grows approximately 80 to 130 cm tall. A spacing of around 60 cm between plants provides enough room for balanced development and good air circulation.

Where should I plant it to enjoy the fragrance?
Plant it in full sun near a path, terrace, entrance or seating area. These positions allow the fragrance to be appreciated regularly and make it easy to cut a few blooms for the home.

What does the ADR award tell me about this rose?
The ADR distinction is associated with strong overall garden performance, including plant health and reliability. It provides additional confidence that Prince Jardinier offers more than beautiful flowers alone.

What does the rose look like on delivery?
Its appearance depends on the delivery season and natural stage of growth. For examples and explanations, see What roses look like on delivery →.

What should I do after planting?
Plant in a sunny position, water thoroughly and maintain consistent moisture while the roots establish. For detailed instructions, visit our complete planting guide →.