Garden hybrid

This is a garden hybrid, bred from more than one wild species, so it has no single species page of its own.

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Nostalgie Rose

Rosa x hybrida 'Nostalgie'

The Story

Plant Bio

Rosa is a genus of deciduous woody shrubs native to the Northern Hemisphere, characterized by alternate, pinnate leaves and stems armed with sharp thorns. The genus thrives in fertile, well-drained soils and requires full sun to maximize its characteristic multi-petaled floral displays.

'Nostalgie' is a compact hybrid tea rose reaching up to twenty-eight inches tall, distinguished by its highly double, fragrant flowers featuring creamy-white centers framed by cherry-red outer petals. This German cultivar exhibits a bushy, upright growth habit with glossy, dark green foliage that provides a strong contrast to the bi-colored blooms.

Uses & Benefits:

Produces highly fragrant, bi-colored double flowers with creamy-white centers and cherry-red margins.

Excellent as a long-lasting cut flower and well-suited for container cultivation in small gardens.

Provides pollen for generalist bees and other beneficial insect pollinators.

Garden hybrid

Bred from more than one wild species, so it has no species page of its own.

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Shrub

Height

28"

Width

24"

Light

Full Sun

Zones

5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Moderate

Humidity

Moderate

Lifespan

Multi-year

Native To

Germany (cultivar)

Toxicity

Non-toxic (thorns cause physical injury)

Bloom period

Summer – Fall

In flower about 6 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Select a planting site that receives at least six hours of direct sunlight daily and has rich, well-draining soil.
Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball, mix in organic compost, and plant the rose so the graft union is level with or slightly below the soil surface.
Water deeply at the base of the plant immediately after planting, avoiding wetting the foliage.
Apply a three-inch layer of organic mulch around the base, keeping it a few inches away from the stems to retain moisture.

Pro Tip

Always clear away fallen leaves from the base of the shrub to prevent black spot spores from overwintering in the soil and re-infecting the spring foliage.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water regularly at the soil level to keep the root zone moist but not waterlogged.
Deadhead spent blooms down to the first five-leaflet leaf to encourage continuous flowering.
Prune annually in early spring to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches.

Don't

Do not plant a new rose in the exact spot of an old rose without completely replacing the soil.
Do not water the foliage in the evening, as prolonged wetness invites fungal diseases.
Do not prune too late in the fall, which can stimulate tender new growth susceptible to frost damage.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Deadhead
Fertilize
Pest Check
Prune
Winter Prep

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

BordersContainersCutting GardensSpecimen Planting

Companion Plants

Salvia Lavandula Nepeta Geranium

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Nostalgie Rose questions

What zones can Nostalgie Rose grow in?

Nostalgie Rose is hardy in USDA Zones 5–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Nostalgie Rose deer resistant?

Not reliably. Deer may browse Nostalgie Rose, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.

When does Nostalgie Rose bloom?

Nostalgie Rose typically blooms in summer through fall. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Nostalgie Rose need full sun?

Nostalgie Rose does best in full sun (6+ hours).