Champagne Rose Rosa Comte de Champagne = 'Ausufo' (PBR) (S)
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ABOUT
Rosa Comte de Champagne, commonly known as a type of rose, is an ornamental plant renowned for its striking floral display and lush foliage. The plant typically features an abundance of opulent, ruffled blooms. These flowers often possess a creamy white to pale yellow hue, with petals that can appear almost translucent, imparting a gentle, romantic quality to the blossoms. As the flowers mature, they may exhibit a subtle hint of apricot or pale pink at their heart, adding depth and warmth to the blossom's appearance. Surrounding the exquisite flowers, the foliage of the Rosa Comte de Champagne presents a dense and robust green backdrop. The leaves are generally glossy, contributing to the plant's vibrant appearance, and are formed in a pinnate pattern with a serrated edge, which is typical of rose plants. The glossy texture not only enhances the aesthetic appeal but also helps the foliage to resist certain environmental stressors. Moreover, the rose may produce attractive hips, which are the fruiting bodies of the plant. These can add further visual interest later in the growing season, providing a contrast to the fading flowers and the persisting greenery. The overall appearance of the Rosa Comte de Champagne is one of classic elegance and beauty, and it is often utilized in gardens and landscapes to create focal points or to complement other plantings with its undeniable charm.
About this plant
NamesFamily
Rosaceae
Synonyms
Comte de Champagne Rose
Common names
Rosa 'Ausufo'.
ToxicityTo humans
Roses are not considered toxic to humans. They do not contain any known poisons that affect human health. However, people should be cautious with the thorns that can cause physical injury if not handled properly.
To pets
Roses are generally considered non-toxic to pets. They do not contain substances known to be poisonous to pets such as cats and dogs. Just like with humans, the main concern with roses for pets is the potential for injury from the thorns if a pet were to chew on the stems.
CharacteristicsLife cycle
Perennials
Foliage type
Deciduous
Color of leaves
Green
Flower color
Cream
Height
3 feet 6 inches (1.07 m)
Spread
2 feet 6 inches (0.76 m)
Plant type
Shrub
Hardiness zones
Varies
Native area
Cultivar
Benefits
General Benefits- Decorative Flowers: The Rosa 'Comte de Champagne' produces attractive, fragrant blooms that enhance garden aesthetics.
- Landscape Versatility: Suitable for mixed borders, hedging, and as a specimen plant, offering various landscaping options.
- Pollinator Attraction: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, contributing to pollination in the garden.
- Sensory Appeal: Fragrant flowers add a sensory dimension to gardens, making outdoor spaces more appealing.
- Enhanced Biodiversity: Supports local ecosystems by providing habitat and food for various wildlife species.
- Seasonal Interest: Offers visual interest throughout its blooming season, typically adding color and vitality during spring and summer.
- Cut Flowers: The blooms are suitable for cutting and using in floral arrangements, bringing the beauty indoors.
- Hardiness: Generally resilient and can thrive in a variety of climatic conditions, requiring relatively low maintenance.
Medical PropertiesThis plant is not used for medical purposes.
Air-purifying QualitiesThis plant is not specifically known for air purifying qualities.
Other Uses- The Rosa 'Comte de Champagne' can be used in making natural dyes for fabric, offering a range of colors from soft pink to deep magenta depending on the mordant used.
- Rose petals from the Rosa 'Comte de Champagne' can be used to create biodegradable confetti for weddings or celebrations, providing an eco-friendly alternative to synthetic materials.
- The petals of this rose can be used in potpourri mixtures, contributing to a visually appealing and aromatic blend that can freshen up living spaces.
- Rosa 'Comte de Champagne' can be a muse for artists and photographers, who can capture its beauty in different forms of art and crafts, including painting and floral photography.
- The rose's strong stems and foliage can be used in floral arrangements as a supportive structure for other flowers, improving the overall stability of the bouquet.
- Rosewater made from the petals of Rosa 'Comte de Champagne' can be used in culinary recipes, such as desserts and beverages, imparting a subtle rose flavor.
- Edible rose petals from this variety can be candied and used as elegant cake decorations or a gourmet topping for luxury desserts.
- The fragrance of Rosa 'Comte de Champagne' can be captured and used in homemade scented candles, providing a natural rose scent to the home environment.
- Leaves of the Rosa 'Comte de Champagne' can be used as a natural source of green fertilizer, after composting, they can contribute essential nutrients to garden soils.
- Dried rosebuds from this variety can be incorporated into herbal tea blends, offering a delightful floral note to the tea drinking experience.
Interesting Facts
Feng ShuiThe rose is used in Feng Shui practice to enhance love and romance. Place it in the Southwest area of your garden or home to attract positive relationships and create a harmonious atmosphere.
Zodiac Sign CompitabilityThe rose is not used in astrology practice.
Plant Symbolism- Love: As a rose, the Comte de Champagne symbolizes love and romance, reflecting its historical association with affection and the heart.
- Beauty: The aesthetic charm of its flowers represents physical and inner beauty, a common trait attributed to roses.
- Honor: The luxurious nature of this particular rose signifies honor and reverence, which ties to the nobility of its name, "Comte de Champagne".
- Celebration: The name "Champagne" can evoke a sense of celebration and joy, suggesting that the rose represents memorable and festive occasions.
- Secrecy: In line with the traditional symbolism of roses, this variety can also represent secrecy as roses were historically used to convey messages confidentially.
WaterThe Comte de Champagne Rose needs regular watering to maintain evenly moist soil, especially during its first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Water the plant at the base, avoiding wetting the foliage, as doing so can lead to fungal diseases. Once established, reduce frequency, but water deeply, providing a thorough soaking once a week during hot, dry weather. In normal conditions, aim for about one gallon per plant per week. Adjustments should be made for rainfall and extreme temperatures, with more water needed during heat waves.
LightComte de Champagne Roses flourish best in full sun, which means they should receive at least six hours of direct sunlight every day. Choose a planting spot that is well-exposed to sunlight, avoiding shady areas that could hinder their bloom production. These roses should not be grown in partial shade as they are sun-loving plants.
TemperatureThe Comte de Champagne Rose can generally tolerate temperatures from slightly above freezing to around 90 degrees Fahrenheit. They prefer moderate conditions with temperatures ranging between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit for optimal growth. However, it's crucial to protect the plants from frost and extreme heat by providing insulation with mulch or shade coverings as necessary.
PruningPrune the Comte de Champagne Rose in late winter or early spring before new growth starts, as this encourages healthy plants and abundant blooms. Remove any dead or diseased wood and thin out crowded areas to improve air circulation. Cut back the remaining canes by about one-third to one-half to promote vigorous growth. Annual pruning is essential for maintaining plant health and flower production.
CleaningAs needed
SoilThe best soil mix for the Champagne Rose should be well-drained loamy soil, rich in organic matter. Maintain a soil pH between 5.5 and 7.0 for optimal growth and bloom development.
RepottingChampagne Roses, being garden plants, generally do not require repotting like container plants. Instead, rejuvenate the soil every 2-3 years by adding compost or well-rotted manure.
Humidity & MistingChampagne Roses prefer outdoor conditions with natural humidity levels. They thrive best when the relative humidity is between 60-70%.
Suitable locationsIndoor
Provide bright, indirect light and ample air circulation for indoor growth.
Outdoor
Plant in full sun, provide well-draining soil and mulch the base.
Hardiness zone
5-9 USDA
Life cycleThe 'Ausufo' rose, commonly known as Rosa Comte de Champagne, begins its life cycle as a seed or more commonly from cuttings or grafts due to its patented variety status. Once planted, the root system establishes and a small shoot emerges, developing into a young rose plant. During its vegetative stage, the plant grows stems, leaves, and thorns, and as it matures, it begins to produce buds. These buds bloom into the characteristic full and fragrant flowers, typically cream or pale yellow, for which the Rosa Comte de Champagne is known. After pollination, which may be facilitated by insects or wind, the flowers develop into fruit, called 'hips,' containing seeds for the next generation, although cultivated varieties are often propagated vegetatively. Finally, as a perennial plant, it enters a period of dormancy during colder months, only to regenerate its foliage and continue its cycle in the following growing season.
PropogationPropogation time
Early spring
Propogation: Rosa Comte de Champagne, also known as 'Ausufo' rose, is commonly propagated by semi-hardwood cuttings. This method involves taking cuttings from the current year's growth that has begun to mature but is not yet fully hardwood. The optimal time for taking these cuttings is during the late summer months. A 4 to 6 inch long cutting with several leaves is typically taken from a healthy, disease-free parent plant. After removing the lower leaves, the cut end of the cutting can be dipped in rooting hormone to encourage root development. The cutting should then be placed in a well-drained soil mix, keeping it moist until roots have established. This process can take several weeks, and it is important to provide the cutting with high humidity and indirect light during this time.
