Jeanne Moreau Rose Seeds-Rose ‘Angel X-Pression’

🌟 Product Highlights

• Exquisite Snow-White Blooms: Large 4-5 inch (10-12 cm) flowers with 90-100 velvety petals, transitioning from classic Hybrid Tea form to a lush, cabbagelike rosette.

• Intoxicating Scent: Strong, fresh lemon fragrance—perfect for perfuming gardens and indoor arrangements.

• Elite French Heritage: Bred by Meilland International (2005), named after iconic French actress Jeanne Moreau, symbolizing timeless grace.

• Cut-and-Come-Again Beauty: Repeat blooms spring to fall; vase life exceeds 7 days, ideal for weddings and special events.

• Vigorous & Resilient: Disease-resistant foliage, sturdy stems, and adaptability to gardens or containers.

📖 Detailed Description

The Flower
Jeanne Moreau roses embody purity with their flawless ivory-white petals. Each bloom unfolds as a high-centered Hybrid Tea, maturing into a romantic, deeply cupped shape reminiscent of heirloom varieties. The luminous color remains unblemished even in sunlight, while the zesty lemon aroma intensifies on warm days.

Growth Habit & Care

• Height/Spread: Compact yet robust (3-4 ft / 80-120 cm tall), suited for borders, pots, or cutting gardens.

• Sun & Climate: Thrives in full sun (6+ hours daily). Hardy in USDA zones 6B-9B; tolerates heat up to 86°F (30°C), though petals may scorch in extreme southern summers.

• Low Maintenance: Excellent resistance to black spot and mildew. Prefers well-drained soil and monthly feeding during growing season.

Why Grow Jeanne Moreau?
A masterpiece for both growers and florists, this rose combines:

• Garden Impact: Glossy, burgundy-tinted foliage and prolific flowering make it a showstopper.

• Emotional Resonance: Symbolizes reverence, new beginnings, and eternal love—ideal for memorial gardens or bridal bouquets.

• Versatility: Equally stunning in landscapes or patio containers; minimal size reduction when potted.

🌱 Growing Guide

Sowing Instructions

1. Stratification: Chill seeds in damp peat moss (4°C/40°F) for 6-8 weeks to break dormancy.

2. Planting: Sow ¼ inch deep in seed trays. Use well-draining mix; keep moist at 70°F (21°C).

3. Germination: 14-60 days. Transplant seedlings after last frost.

4. Bloom Time: Expect first flowers in 2-3 years.

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