Discover the Majestic Rose ‘Charles de Gaulle’ – A Lavender Icon for Toowoomba Gardens
Add a touch of regal elegance to your garden with Rose ‘Charles de Gaulle’, a stately hybrid tea rose renowned for its large, fully formed blooms in a rich lavender-mauve hue. Bred in France and named after the famous French general and statesman, this rose brings European sophistication and timeless charm to Australian backyards - especially suited to the crisp, sunny climate of Toowoomba.
Each bloom of Charles de Gaulle measures up to 12cm across, showcasing perfectly shaped petals that exude a powerful old-world fragrance, reminiscent of violets and sweet rose oil. It’s a must-have for any rose lover seeking a classic look combined with a strong perfume and reliable performance.
Key Features:
Striking Lavender-Mauve Blooms: Eye-catching and rare in the rose world, these elegant blooms make a stunning focal point in any flower bed or rose collection.
Powerfully Fragrant: Famed for its rich, spicy perfume - one of the most aromatic hybrid tea roses available.
Upright & Compact Habit: Grows to approx. 1.2m high and 90cm wide, ideal for garden borders, rose beds, or large pots on sunny patios in Toowoomba.
Exceptional Repeat Flowering: Blooms prolifically from late spring to autumn with proper feeding and deadheading.
Excellent Cut Flower: Long, sturdy stems and a luxurious scent make it a favourite for floral arrangements.
Growing Tips for Toowoomba Gardeners
In Toowoomba’s temperate conditions, Charles de Gaulle thrives with full sun exposure and good airflow. Plant in enriched, free-draining soil and mulch annually to maintain even moisture. Feed regularly with a quality rose fertiliser like Sudden Impact for Roses and apply seaweed tonic during active growth. Prune in late winter to encourage strong spring growth and flowering flushes.
This variety is moderately disease resistant but will benefit from preventative spraying during periods of high humidity or rainfall, especially in the Toowoomba summer storm season.
Why Choose ‘Charles de Gaulle’ from True Blue Garden Centre?
As Toowoomba’s trusted local source for premium roses, True Blue Garden Centre ensures all Rose ‘Charles de Gaulle’ plants are grown in Queensland conditions for superior performance in your local garden. Whether you’re creating a fragrant rose walk, adding colour to a cottage garden, or gifting a lavender beauty to a loved one, this rose brings elegance and dependability to any setting.
Botanical Name: Rosa ‘Charles de Gaulle’
Type: Hybrid Tea
Flower Colour: Lavender to mauve
Fragrance: Strong and sweet
Height: Up to 1.2m
Position: Full sun
Uses: Garden beds, feature plants, cut flowers, rose collections
Available Now at True Blue Garden Centre – Toowoomba’s Home of Heirloom & Fragrant Roses
Experience the French sophistication and garden performance of Rose ‘Charles de Gaulle’ in your own Toowoomba garden. Visit us in-store or shop online for easy pickup or local delivery. Quantities are limited during peak rose season, so secure yours today.