How to Grow Mme. Edouard Doriat

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Mme. Edouard Doriat

Rosa 'Mme. Edouard Doriat'

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Mme. Edouard Doriat is a charming Hybrid Tea rose featuring full, double blooms in shades of salmon-pink to coral-pink with a delicate fragrance. This classic rose variety is valued for its elegant flower form and reliable blooming throughout the growing season. It is a moderate to vigorous grower suitable for gardens, cutting, and exhibition purposes.

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Example Mme. Edouard Doriat timeline · Pittsburgh, PA (Zone 6b)

Plant Mme. Edouard Doriat
Around Apr 17

Near Pittsburgh's average last spring frost.
Tend & protect
Late spring–summer

Watering, feeding, and pest-watch reminders.
Harvest Mme. Edouard Doriat
Late summer into fall

Before the first fall frost (≈ Nov 8)

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Growing Conditions

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Sun: Full sun, 6-8 hours daily (8+ hours preferred for best blooming)

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Water: Water deeply and consistently, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged. Water at the base to avoid wetting foliage. Reduce watering in winter dormancy. Typically 1-1.5 inches per week in growing season.

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Spacing: 24 inches

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Days to maturity: First blooms appear 6-8 weeks after planting; reaches full maturity in 2-3 years

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Planting depth: Graft union should be at or slightly below soil level in colder zones; 1-2 inches above soil in warmer zones

Soil

Type: Well-draining, fertile loamy soil rich in organic matter

pH: 6.0-6.5

Amendments:

Compost Well-rotted manure Perlite or sand for drainage Rose fertilizer or balanced slow-release fertilizer

Growing Zones

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Thrives in zones 6-9; can be grown in zone 5 with winter protection

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Growth Stages

Establishment

4-6 weeks

Newly planted rose with emerging canes and shoots developing from the base. Foliage is still tender and sparse.

Provide consistent moisture without waterlogging. Avoid fertilizing for first 4-6 weeks. Mulch around the base with 2-3 inches of organic material. Prune any weak or damaged canes.

Vegetative Growth

6-10 weeks

Canes extend rapidly with healthy foliage developing along stems. Plant builds structure and leaf canopy.

Water regularly and deeply. Begin light fertilizing when new growth is 6 inches tall. Remove any competing weeds. Monitor for pests and diseases.

Bud Formation & Flowering

8-12 weeks (repeating throughout growing season)

Terminal buds form at the tips of canes, gradually opening into full, double blooms with characteristic salmon-pink coloring and fragrance.

Maintain consistent watering during bud development. Apply rose fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during active blooming season. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming. Protect new buds from extreme heat.

Repeat Blooming Cycle

Continuous through growing season until first frost

After initial flush, the rose enters cycles of growth, bud formation, and flowering throughout the season if conditions remain favorable.

Continue deadheading and fertilizing. Adjust watering during heat waves. Prune back flowering canes by one-third to one-half to stimulate new blooms. Watch for midsummer decline in very hot climates.

Dormancy

3-4 months (depending on zone and season)

In fall and winter, growth slows, foliage may drop or become sparse, and canes harden. Plant enters rest period.

Reduce watering significantly but don't let soil dry completely. Stop fertilizing 6 weeks before first frost. In zone 5-6, apply 6-12 inches of mulch for winter protection. Prune in early spring before new growth emerges.

Companion Planting

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Plant with:

Lavender Catmint Salvia Geranium Coreopsis Allium Boxwood Clematis

Avoid planting near:

Juniper Walnut trees Fennel Other roses requiring different care regimens in very tight spacing

Common Pests

Spray with insecticidal soap or neem oil; encourage natural predators like ladybugs; strong water spray to dislodge insects
Increase humidity and water foliage in morning; use miticide or neem oil; remove heavily infested leaves
Ensure good air circulation; avoid overhead watering; apply sulfur or fungicidal spray; remove infected foliage
Remove infected leaves promptly; improve air circulation; apply fungicide; water at base only, not on foliage
No cure; remove and destroy infected plants; control vector (rose rosette mite) with miticides

Uses

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Rose Petals and Essence

Culinary

The fragrant petals can be used to make rose water, infusions for tea, or as a garnish for gourmet dishes. Rose petals are traditionally used in Middle Eastern and South Asian cooking and confectionery. [source]

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Traditional Herbal Remedy

Medicinal

Rose petals and rose hips have been used in traditional medicine for centuries to support immune function, skin health, and circulation. Vitamin C-rich rose hips are particularly valued in herbal preparations. [source]

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Fresh Cut Flowers and Arrangements

Household

Mme. Edouard Doriat is highly prized as a cut flower for bouquets, arrangements, and special occasions. Its elegant form and salmon-pink color make it a classic choice for floral design and home decoration. [source]

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Dried Flowers and Potpourri

Craft

Petals can be dried for use in potpourri, crafts, and dried flower arrangements. The fragrance is retained well in dried form and can be used for home fragrance. [source]

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Pollinator Support

Wildlife

Roses with full, double flowers offer less nectar than single varieties, but the plant's foliage and structure still provide habitat. This variety supports overall garden biodiversity when used alongside other pollinator-friendly plants. [source]

This is not medical advice. LizPlants is not a medical resource. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before using plants medicinally.

Harvest Tips

Cut flowers in early morning when stems are fully hydrated. Use sharp, clean pruners and cut stems at 45-degree angle above an outward-facing bud. Remove lower foliage before placing in water. Flowers are ready for cutting when petals are just beginning to unfold from the bud stage. Change water every 2-3 days; flowers can last 5-14 days in a vase with proper care.

Fun Facts

🌱 Mme. Edouard Doriat is a vintage Hybrid Tea rose, likely developed in France in the early-to-mid 20th century, representing the classic era of rose breeding that prioritized fragrance and form.
🌱 The salmon-pink color of this rose has remained relatively consistent and stable across its long cultivation history, making it a recognizable heritage rose in gardens worldwide.
🌱 Hybrid Tea roses like this variety revolutionized rose growing when developed, as they combined the large flowers and color range of hybrid perpetuals with the repeat-blooming habit of tea roses.

Gardening Terms

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Deadhead Full Sun Hybrid Mulch

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