Botanical profile

Hardy rose bush 'Champlain Rouge'

Latin name
Rosa 'Champlain Rouge'
Common name
Hardy rose bush 'Champlain Rouge'
Type
Flowering shrub
Family
Rosaceae

Classic and ultra-floriferous, the hardy rose 'Champlain Rouge' is an iconic variety in the Explorer series of Canadian roses. It produces an abundance of deep cherry-red double flowers, grouped in tight clusters, which are continuously renewed from June until frost. Compact and well-branched, it forms a dense bush of 80 to 100 cm, ideal for borders, beds, low hedges or landscaping in northern climates. Its dark green, slightly matte foliage is very resistant to disease, and its remarkable hardiness (zone 3) makes it perfectly suited to harsh winters. 'Champlain Rouge' is a safe and durable choice for those looking for generous flowering, rich color and a reliable plant year after year.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Full sun or at least 6 hours of direct sun per day.
Watering
Very drought tolerant once established. Regular watering only the first year or during severe droughts.
Fertilization
Fertilize in spring with a rose or flowering plant fertilizer. Repeat every 4 to 6 weeks until mid-August. Do not fertilize after this time to allow the plant to fully enter dormancy.
Soil type
Rich, well-drained soil
Minimum temperature
-34°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
June to September
Flower color
Dark red
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Rustic bush
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
90 cm (3 feet)
Width
90 cm (3 feet)
Growth rate
Average
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Hummingbirds
Flowers that attract hummingbirds

Hummingbirds

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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