Rosa Paul Neyron - Repeat Flowering Rose

The Old Rose Paul Neyron is a famous repeat flowering hybrid rose known for the size and shape of its flowers, which resemble large double peonies, as well as for its unique colour that has given its name to a specific shade of pink with lilac nuances. Forming an upright bush with almost no thorns, it is sturdy and has fresh green foliage that is shiny and resistant to diseases. 'Paul Neyron' flourishes in good growing conditions and blooms abundantly in early summer and repeat flowers generously in autumn. Its large fragrant flowers are carried by strong stems and are absolutely perfect in bouquets. It is undoubtedly a fantastic rose, in every way!

The 'Paul Neyron' rose is an old horticultural variety, bred in France in 1869 by Levet père by crossing the 'Victor Verdier' and 'Anna de Diesbach' varieties. It belongs to the complex family of Repeat Flowering Hybrids. 'Paul Neyron' forms a dense bush with an upright habit, usually reaching 1.50 m (4 ft 11 in) in height and 1.20 m (3 ft 11 in) in width. However, if supported against a wall, it can reach up to 2 m (6 ft 7 in) in height. Its deciduous foliage is fresh green and is carried by strong and almost thornless stems, perfectly supporting the weight of the flowers. It blooms abundantly in mid-June and again in September-October, with generosity, constancy, and regularity if faded flowers are removed. It produces large, round, pink buds. The young flowers are also globular, which then open into wide, double, flat cups measuring 15 cm (5.9 in) in diameter, revealing a pleated, somewhat casual interior. The approximately 50 undulated petals that make up the corolla are a medium pink with a hint of blue, lacking the freshness of candy pink or the warmth of red, while the reverse side is lighter and more silvery. This rose often bears multiple flowers on each particularly long and vigorous peduncle. The fragrance of these roses is light and very pleasant. The plant, sometimes prone to rust in damp soil, has good disease resistance.

In the past, this imposing 'Paul Neyron' rose was a must-have in any reputable rose catalogue. It has received numerous awards and can be found in many gardens, providing beautiful flowers for the home. With its bushy growth and ease of cultivation, it is easy to plant in any garden, in any climate. If you have little experience with roses, opt for this generous and truly undemanding rose. In flower beds, this rose pairs well with all kinds of perennials and bushes without being overpowering, such as catmints, autumn asters, irises, white foxgloves, or lilacs. It will also thrive when planted alone, placed along a path or near the terrace, to enjoy its fragrance until 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 one single opulent bush that will bloom even more generously.