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Rosa Jacques Cartier - Portland Rose

Rosa x Portland Jacques Cartier
Portland Rose

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This is often the first old rose that is planted in the garden, because it never disappoints. On a very healthy bush with a compact habit, very double roses, 8cm (3.1in) in size, with powerful floral scents, bloom from June to September. They open nestled in rather dark and dense foliage. A famous variety, rightly so!
Flower size
8 cm
Height at maturity
1.20 m
Spread at maturity
75 cm
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -23°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time January to April, September to December
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Description

The 'Jacques Cartier' Rose is often the first old rose that is planted in the garden because it never disappoints. It is undoubtedly the best hybrid Portland rose. It combines, according to the opinion of professionals and amateurs alike, a large number of qualities that make it an exceptional variety, rightly famous. Not very tall, it forms an almost stocky bush, covered with thorns and dark green leaves, among which very double roses bloom, in a fresh and bright pink, from which powerful floral scents emanate, especially in hot weather. A worry-free rose, with a strong personality, easy to slip into a small garden, within reach of all gardeners, even beginners!

 

The 'Jacques Cartier' rose is an old horticultural variety, obtained in 1868 by Moreau-Robert. It is derived, among others, from the 'Duchesse de Portland' rose, a spontaneous hybrid discovered in the South of Naples in 1800, also known as the Portland Rose. 'Jacques Cartier' forms a robust bush with a compact habit and very dense foliage, which will not exceed 1m (3ft 4in) in height by 75cm (29.5in) in width. Its deciduous foliage is carried by strong, very thorny stems. It has excellent disease resistance. It blooms abundantly around mid-June, and again during the summer and in September-October, with consistency and regularity if faded flowers are removed. It produces generous bouquets of very double roses, about 8 to 10cm (3.9in) wide, formed by more than 40 petals arranged in quarters. The buds, round and bright pink, open over time into pale pink flowers and end up edged in white. The fragrance of these roses is powerful, wonderful, and enchanting.

 

The 'Jacques Cartier' Rose, with its moderate growth and ease of cultivation, is easy to install in all gardens, even the smallest ones. If you have limited space and little experience in the matter, opt for this generous and truly undemanding rose. In flower beds, its roses go well with all kinds of perennials and bushes without fuss, such as catmints, cotton lavenders, Stachys lanata, white foxgloves, or paniculate baby's breath. It will also thrive when planted alone, placed along a pathway or not far from the terrace, to enjoy its fragrance late in the season if the autumn is mild.

If you have enough space, English, Old, or Shrub Roses are beautiful when planted in groups of three. They will grow together to form a lovely mass that will bloom even more generously.

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Rosa Jacques Cartier - Portland Rose (Flowering) Flowering

Plant habit

Height at maturity 1.20 m
Spread at maturity 75 cm
Habit Irregular, bushy
Growth rate fast

Flowering

Flower colour pink
Flowering time June to September
Inflorescence Corymb
Flower size 8 cm
Fragrance Very fragrant, parfum puissant de rose de Damas.
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms
Fruit colour red

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour dark green

Botanical data

Genus

Rosa

Species

x Portland

Cultivar

Jacques Cartier

Family

Rosaceae

Other common names

Portland Rose

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Rootstock

Rosa canina Laxa (Wrapped bare root, 4L/5L pot)

Product reference822892

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Planting and care

Plant your 'Jacques Cartier' Rose in a sunny or semi-shaded position, which it tolerates well, especially in hot climates. Old roses are tolerant but do not appreciate excess limestone. They will adapt to any garden as long as the soil is well worked, deep enough, not too heavy, and sufficiently rich. To plant your rose, work the soil by crumbling it well and place an amendment, such as dried blood or dehydrated horn, at the bottom of the planting hole. Water generously after planting to eliminate air pockets and during dry weather in the first two years. Water regularly for a few weeks to facilitate root development.

Roses are often stained or unsightly at the end of summer, but this is not a problem for their growth. These spots are not harmful to the rose; it is a natural phenomenon. 

Planting period

Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time January to April, September to December

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow
Type of use Border, Free-standing, Hedge, Slope
Hardiness Hardy down to -23°C (USDA zone 6a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 1 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Any
Soil type Clayey (heavy), Clayey-chalky (heavy and alkaline), Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, Well-prepared, fertile, loose soil.

Care

Pruning instructions The pruning of old roses mainly consists of removing faded flowers as they appear, unless one wants to keep the decorative berries. The branches can be shortened in the summer, after flowering. It is best to avoid pruning it to maintain an interesting bushy shape. However, in late winter (in March), the branches that are located in the middle of the bush and tend to suffocate it can be removed.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time February to March, August
Soil moisture Moist soil
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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