Belle de Jour

Belle de Jour Rose

Top Planting Tips

• Plant in a sunny, sheltered spot with plenty of daylight
• Use a good compost or manure when planting
• Feed your roses to help them bloom
• Give them enough space to grow

Flower Details

Colour: Soft yellow with deep apricot buds, maturing to creamy pale yellow
Fragrance: Strong, sweet scent with notes of vanilla and apricot
Bloom Shape: Fully double, rosette-shaped blooms
Blooming Habit: Repeat-flowering from late spring to autumn
Size of Blooms: Medium (up to 7 cm across)

Plant Characteristics

Height: ~90–150 cm (3–5 ft)
Spread: ~90–100 cm (3–3.5 ft)
Growth Habit: Bushy and upright
Foliage: Glossy, dark green leaves

Growing Conditions

Climate Suitability: Well-suited to the UK’s temperate climate
Position: Full sun preferred; tolerates partial sun (at least 4–6 hrs/day)
Soil:

• Fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil

• Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH

Watering:

• Regular, especially in dry spells

• Avoid overhead watering to reduce risk of black spot

Care & Maintenance

Pruning:

• Prune in early spring (around late February–early March in the UK)

• Remove dead, damaged, or crossing stems

Feeding:

• Feed with a balanced rose fertiliser in early spring

• Follow up with a high-potash feed after the first flush of flowers

Mulching:

• Mulch in spring to retain moisture and suppress weeds

• Use well-rotted manure or garden compost

Pest & Disease Resistance

• Good resistance to black spot, powdery mildew, and aphids

• Ensure good air circulation and avoid waterlogging

• Use rose-specific fungicides if necessary, especially in wet summers

Garden Use

• Excellent for rose beds, borders, or large containers

• Ideal for cut flowers due to strong fragrance and attractive blooms

• Pairs beautifully with lavender, catmint, or low-growing perennials

If you're thinking of purchasing Belle de Jour Rose then look no further than Thompson's Garden Centre. Order online or visit us at your local branch of Thompson's for more advice.