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Photo courtesy of Johno
Bloom:
Cherry-red. Moderate fragrance. up to 35 petals. Average diameter 4.75". Very large, semi-double to double, cupped bloom form. Blooms in flushes throughout the season. Medium, pointed buds.
Habit:
Upright. Glossy, dark green, leathery foliage.
Growing:
USDA zone 6b and warmer. Disease susceptibility: susceptible to blackspot , susceptible to Mildew. Spring Pruning: Remove old canes and dead or diseased wood and cut back canes that cross. In warmer climates, cut back the remaining canes by about one-third. In colder areas, you'll probably find you'll have to prune a little more than that.
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