'Rosa bifera officinalis' rose Description
Photo courtesy of jedmar
Class:
Damask, Gallica / Provins.
Bloom:
Light pink. Strong fragrance. 20 to 25 petals. Average diameter 3". Medium, double (17-25 petals) bloom form. Spring or summer flush with scattered later bloom. Glandular sepals, leafy sepals buds.
Habit:
Armed with thorns / prickles. Matte, medium green foliage. 3 to 5 leaflets.
Height: 4' to 5' (120 to 150cm).
Growing:
USDA zone 6b through 9b (default). Prune after flowering is finished.
Patents:
Patent status unknown (to HelpMeFind).
Notes:
Possibly identical to 'Rose de Puteaux' - see. 'Rosier des Parfumeurs' at L'Hay and in commerce is probably R. gallica officinalis.
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