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Re Clematis 'Avant Garde':
I just planted this in my garden and since your photo notes it has been 3 yrs. in your garden, I wondered if you would comment on how it does or would do if paired with another type 3 clematis or a rose? Do you prune it to the ground annually or only as needed? Also, would you say it is truly red with pink or more magenta with pink? I am in USDA zone 6b.
Thank you for any observations.
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What is the name of this rose? It's beautiful!
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From your photo of Jeanne Lajoie, it looks like you may be growing it on a trellis. If so, did you espalier it 'formally'? If not, how did you train/prune it on the trellis?
Does it have fragrance? Repeat blooms? Disease resistance? Tolerance of shade?
Are you still growing it?
Thank you for any information.
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Just planted my Star of the Republic about 6 weeks ago. First blossom opened today. Had to report on how heavenly the scent is. Wasn't really expecting anything this special. Very strong, rich, sweet myrrh scent with a fruity damask undertone. Fantastic! The bloom itself is also beautiful, apricoty-pink with yellow highlights. Love the bushy shape. So glad I finally decided to give this rose a try.
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Hi,
I just got Star of the Republic. I was wondering how this rose is doing in your garden, 10 years later. Also, did you keep it a shrub shape? I am thinking of growing it as a climber. I would really appreciate your observations and thoughts about this rose. Thank you.
I grow in zone 6b (Ohio).
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