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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Dornburger Schlossrose Hybrid Tea Rose

Rosa x hybrida 'Dornburger Schlossrose'

The Story

Plant Bio

The genus *Rosa* comprises deciduous and evergreen woody shrubs celebrated globally for their fragrant, multi-petaled blossoms and armed, woody stems. These temperate-zone plants require deep, fertile soils and consistent sun to fuel their intensive seasonal flowering cycles.

'Dornburger Schlossrose' is a robust hybrid tea rose distinguished by its multi-toned pastel blossoms that shift from warm apricot-yellow centers to soft cream-pink outer petals. This modern German cultivar carries ADR certification, denoting exceptional genetic resistance to black spot and other common fungal foliage diseases.

Uses & Benefits:

Produces highly double, multi-toned pastel flowers continuously from summer to frost, making it an excellent focal point or cut flower.

Features exceptional genetic resistance to black spot and powdery mildew, reducing the need for chemical fungicide applications.

Provides pollen for generalist bees and beneficial predatory insects throughout the warm months.

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

47"

Width

43"

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Medium

Humidity

Moderate

Lifespan

Long-lived

Native To

Germany (cultivar of garden origin)

Toxicity

Non-toxic (stems have sharp prickles)

Bloom period

Summer – Autumn

In flower about 6 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Select a planting site in full sun with deep, fertile, well-draining soil.
Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and amend the backfill with organic compost.
Plant the rose so the graft union sits slightly below the soil level in cold climates, or at soil level in milder regions.
Water deeply at the base of the plant, avoiding wetting the foliage to minimize fungal disease risk.

Pro Tip

Always prune back to a healthy, outward-facing bud on live green or tan wood; cutting blindly into old, grey, leafless structural canes results in poor bud break and patchy regrowth.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water deeply at the soil level rather than using overhead sprinklers.
Apply a thick layer of organic mulch around the base to conserve moisture and cool roots.
Deadhead spent blooms regularly during summer to stimulate continuous flower production.

Don't

Do not allow the roots to sit in stagnant, waterlogged soil.
Do not prune heavily into old, grey, leafless wood.
Do not apply high-nitrogen fertilizers late in the fall, which stimulates tender frost-susceptible growth.

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

Mixed shrub bordersFormal rose gardensCutting gardensLow hedges or pathway borders

Companion Plants

Lavandula angustifolia Salvia nemorosa Nepeta faassenii Geranium

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Dornburger Schlossrose Hybrid Tea Rose questions

What zones can Dornburger Schlossrose Hybrid Tea Rose grow in?

Dornburger Schlossrose Hybrid Tea 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 Dornburger Schlossrose Hybrid Tea Rose deer resistant?

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

When does Dornburger Schlossrose Hybrid Tea Rose bloom?

Dornburger Schlossrose Hybrid Tea Rose typically blooms in summer through autumn. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Dornburger Schlossrose Hybrid Tea Rose need full sun?

Dornburger Schlossrose Hybrid Tea Rose does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.