Grand Siècle rose, to honor the Great Century

The Grand Siècle, or “Great Century rose” arose in 1987.

Grand Siècle Rose facts

Name – Delegran
Family – shrub rose tree
Type – bush rose tree

Height – 30-40 inches (80-100 cm)
Exposure – full sun or part sun
Soil – ordinary

Hardiness: -4°F (-20°C)   –   Foliage: deciduous   –   Blooming: late spring to early winter

Planting the Grand Siècle rose

Refer to our page on planting rose trees.

Fragrance of the Grand Siècle rose

Rose, fruity (apple-like and hints of sweet berries, like raspberry)

Pruning the Grand Siècle rose

In spring, follow our advice on pruning rose trees.

Comments about the Grand Siècle rose

The Grand Siècle rose tree is a creation that is part of the “Great fragrances” series by Delbard.

It has been widely primed for its beauty, its fragrance and its hardiness: -4°F or -20°C!

Flawlessly spiraling flowers count up to 35 pearly pink colored petals that can be tinted along the edges with pink to deep red.