Gentle Hermione
Rosa 'Gentle Hermione'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 3-4 ft |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Bud union 1-2 inches below soil level |
| Chilling hours | 250 |
| Life expectancy | 10+ years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2022 / 2023 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Rich, loamy, well-draining |
| Soil pH | 6.0-6.5 |
| Zones | 5-11 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Ovate (Egg-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Medium green |
| Bloom | Pure pink fading softly to the edges |
| Fruit | Hip |
| Evergreen | Deciduous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Grafting or stem cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
|---|---|
| Deer | Not Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Edible |
| Companions | Geranium, Nepeta, Allium |
Where it came from
| Grower | David Austin |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Med. Shrub / Repeat June-Sept. Water faithfully at the base.
Maintenance
Prune back by 1/3 in late winter or early spring before bud break.
Cleanup
Remove fallen leaves at season end to minimize fungal overwintering.
Notes
Known for exceptionally rain-resistant blooms and a classic Old Rose scent with a hint of myrrh.