James H. Schutte
Family
Rosaceae
Botanical Name
Rosa 'Charlotte Armstrong'
Plant Common Name
Charlotte Armstrong Hybrid Tea Rose, Hybrid Tea Rose
General Description
The large, fully double blooms of 'Charlotte Armstrong' are rich pink and fragrant. This fine hybrid tea rose is an older cultivar that was bred by Lammerts in 19 40. It has an upright, bushy habit and robust stems lined with sharp woody thorns. Its compound leaves are leathery and dark green. From late spring to frost, it offers fragrant double blooms of deep pink. Each has up to 30 petals. Everblooming roses such as this will rebloom better if their spent flowers are removed.
Roses prefer full to partial sun, moderate temperatures and perfectly drained, slightly acid soil with average to good fertility. They grow best in places with slightly dry climates, because such climates disfavor the fungal diseases that plague them. For this reason, it is important to maintain good airflow within and between planted roses through good planting and pruning practices which will dissuade fungal attacks. They are also susceptible to a suite of viral and bacterial diseases as well as insect pests, so it is wise to select a robust and resistant cultivar when choosing a rose.
Tea roses are a garden must. They are perfect for sunny foundations, mixed borders and cutting gardens.
Characteristics
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Plant Type
Shrub
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
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Height
4'-5' / 1.2m - 1.5m
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Width
2'-3' / 0.6m - 0.9m
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Native To
Hybrid Origin
Growing Conditions
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Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
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Soil Drainage
Well Drained
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Soil type
Loam, Sand
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Growth Rate
Medium
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Water Requirements
Average Water
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Habit
Upright/Erect
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Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Ornamental Features
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Fragrant Flowers
Yes
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Fragrant Fruit
No
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Fragrant Foliage
No
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Bark or Stem Fragrant
No
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Repeat Bloomer
Yes
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Showy Fruit
Yes
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Edible Fruit
No
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Showy Foliage
No
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Evergreen
No
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Showy Bark
No
Special Characteristics
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Usage
Container, Cutflower, Feature Plant, Foundation, Groundcover, Hedges, Mixed Border, Rock Garden / Wall, Topiary / Bonsai / Espalier
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Sharp or Has Thorns
Yes
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Invasive
Sometimes
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Self-Sowing
No
