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Large-Flowered ClimberPaul Croix, 1988Lilac and purple

Déclic

Lilac-pink climber, one of the most decorated fragrant climbers (7 awards).

7 awards · Grand Prix for fragrance in Paris

Variety profile

Flowering

Abundant repeat flowering in waves

Awards

7 awards

Grand Prix for fragrance (Paris) · gold Baden-Baden · silver Geneva and Rome · bronze Tokyo

Winter hardiness

−23 °C

USDA zone 6b–9b. Down to about −23 °C; in Ukraine with protection. To ≈ −23 °C · in Ukraine, with winter protection.

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Plant size

200–250 cm
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Habit
Strong climber
Dimensions
200–250 cm (breeder: up to 400–500 cm)
Support
Needed: pergola, wall, large arch
Shoots
Sturdy
Branching
Good

Flower

7–8 cm
Bud shape
Round, lilac-pink
Open flower
Round cup with golden stamens; 7–8 cm
Centre
Open, with golden stamens
Fullness
Semi-double, 15–25 petals
Flower carriage
In large clusters of 10–12 flowers
Flower durability
Good

Fragrance

Strong

STRONG: 'parfum extraordinaire', Grand Prix for fragrance in Paris.

Disease resistance

4 out of 5

Good.

Sun

Abundant repeat flowering in waves

Foliage

Healthy, abundant.

All characteristics in a table
Group
Large-Flowered Climber
Breeder
Paul Croix, France, 1988
Bud shape
Round, lilac-pink
Open flower
Round cup with golden stamens; 7–8 cm
Centre
Open, with golden stamens
Colour
Pale pink with a lilac-mauve dusting along the petal edges
Fullness
Semi-double, 15–25 petals
Flower carriage
In large clusters of 10–12 flowers
Flowering
Abundant repeat flowering in waves
Fragrance
STRONG: 'parfum extraordinaire', Grand Prix for fragrance in Paris
Flower durability
Good
Habit
Strong climber
Branching
Good
Shoots
Sturdy
Thorns
Moderate number of thorns.
Dimensions
200–250 cm (breeder: up to 400–500 cm)
Support
Needed: pergola, wall, large arch
Foliage
Healthy, abundant
Resistance
Good
Use
Pergola, wall, large arch, where the scent will gather

Colour scheme

Pale pink with a lilac-mauve dusting along the petal edges

Rose neighbours

Perennials to plant nearby

Neighbouring roses

Lavender and lilac climbers make up a gentle group together with Déclic.

Perennial companions

Blue and silvery perennials bring out the lilac undertone:

catmint (Nepeta)sagelavenderlamb's ear

Contrasting accents

For a partner to the lilac-pink — blue and silver:

catmint (Nepeta)lavenderlamb's ear

More about the variety

Use
Pergola, wall, large arch, where the scent will gather

How to grow

Where to plant. Pergola, wall, large arch, where the strong scent can be enjoyed.

Climate. USDA 6b–9b (down to about −23 °C); in Ukraine it needs winter protection.

Care. Healthy and abundant; ordinary climber care. Its main value is the scent.

About the name

Name. French 'déclic', meaning 'click', a moment of inspiration.

Breeding. Paul Croix (France), not Delbard!; 1988.

Significance. One of the most decorated fragrant climbing varieties, with 7 awards, including the Grand Prix for fragrance in Paris.

Frequently asked questions about Déclic

Does Déclic need winter protection?

The cultivar’s reference temperature is −23 °C (USDA zone 6b–9b). Overwintering depends on the conditions. Down to about −23 °C; in Ukraine with protection.

How many times a season does Déclic flower?

Abundant repeat flowering in waves.

How big does Déclic grow?

200–250 cm tall.

Which diseases affect Déclic?

Overall resistance: 4 out of 5. Healthy, abundant foliage.

How much sun does Déclic need?

Sun; abundant repeat flowering in waves.

What does Déclic smell like?

STRONG: 'parfum extraordinaire', Grand Prix for fragrance in Paris.

Gardeners' photos and reviews

My climate

Choose a reference temperature to compare with the cultivar’s data. This is not an overwintering forecast or advice on winter protection; consider wind, moisture and the duration of frost.

Regional data are generalised. USDA describes average annual extreme minima, not a forecast; the values in the list are rounded. Check the conditions at your site. More information: Roses in Ukraine's climate.