Rose Princess Charlene De Monaco Standard

• Princess de Monaco is a hybrid tea rose originally bred in France and named after Grace Kelly. The variety won prestigious international rose awards for its exceptional beauty and form.
• Standard roses are grafted onto tall rootstock stems creating an elegant tree-like appearance. This gives instant height and formal structure to garden designs.
• The bicolour blooms feature creamy white petals edged with soft pink that deepens in cooler weather. Each flower is perfectly formed with the classic high-centred hybrid tea shape.
• This variety is prized for its strong fragrance and excellent vase life as cut flowers. The blooms appear continuously from spring through autumn in suitable climates.

• Water deeply twice weekly during growing season, directing water at soil base to avoid wetting foliage. Reduce to weekly watering in winter months.
• Plant in full sun position with minimum 6 hours direct sunlight daily for optimal flowering and disease prevention. Ensure good air circulation around plant.
• Use well-draining soil enriched with compost and aged manure. Soil pH should be slightly acidic to neutral between 6.0-7.0.
• Feed monthly with rose fertiliser from September through March, switching to low-nitrogen fertiliser in autumn. Apply Epsom salts quarterly for magnesium.
• Prune in late winter removing dead, diseased and crossing branches, cutting back by one-third. Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage repeat flowering.
• Mulch around base with organic matter maintaining 5cm from stem to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

• Position in full sun with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering and disease resistance. Morning sun is essential for drying dew from leaves.
• Water deeply twice weekly during growing season, directing water at soil level rather than leaves. Reduce watering in winter to once weekly or when soil feels dry.
• Apply organic mulch around base to retain moisture and suppress weeds, keeping mulch away from stem. Refresh mulch seasonally.
• Feed monthly with rose-specific fertiliser during spring and summer growing period. Stop feeding 6-8 weeks before expected frost dates.

• Aphids can cluster on new growth and buds - spray with insecticidal soap or release beneficial ladybuds for natural control. Check plants weekly during spring growth periods.
• Black spot fungal disease appears as dark spots on leaves - ensure good air circulation and avoid watering foliage. Remove affected leaves immediately and apply fungicide if severe.
• Thrips cause silvery streaks on petals and leaves - use blue sticky traps and apply neem oil spray in early morning or evening.
• Root rot from overwatering causes yellowing leaves and wilting - improve drainage and reduce watering frequency. Check soil moisture before watering.