Requires protection against mildew, blackspot and rust, good cultivation will assist. 2
Shade tolerant.
Plant in a location that enjoys dappled sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Zéphirine Drouhin is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. Ideally plant in loamy soil and try to keep the ph of your soil between the range of 4.5 and 8.0 as Zéphirine Drouhin likes to be in moderately acidic soil to weakly alkaline soil.Hybrid. Sowing not an option.
Bred by Bizot (France) 1868
Charles Bonnet, Thornless Rose