French Roses require consistent moisture, particularly during their active growing season and dry spells. Water deeply at the base of the plant, aiming for the root zone, rather than overhead, to minimize fungal diseases. Reduce watering frequency in cooler, dormant months, ensuring the soil does not become waterlogged.

Prune Rosa gallica in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove dead, damaged, or diseased wood, and thin out crossing branches to improve air circulation. Old, unproductive stems can be cut back to the ground to encourage new, vigorous growth. Deadhead spent flowers to promote further blooming and tidy the plant.

French Roses can be propagated through several methods. Hardwood cuttings taken in late autumn or early winter are effective; root them in a well-drained medium. Softwood cuttings can be taken in spring or early summer. They also readily produce suckers, which can be carefully separated from the parent plant and replanted.

While typically grown in the ground, if grown in a container, repotting should occur every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot only slightly larger than the previous one, ensuring good drainage. Refresh the potting mix with a high-quality, well-draining blend suitable for roses.