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'BENalav' rose Description
Photo courtesy of Prestigeplant
ARS:
Mauve or mauve blend Miniature. Registration name: BENalav Exhibition name: Lavender Jade
Bloom:
Lilac, white blending, lighter reverse. [Mauve or purple blend.] Strong, damask, opinions vary fragrance. 32 to 35 petals. Average diameter 1.75". Large, full (26-40 petals), borne mostly solitary, high-centered, reflexed bloom form. Blooms in flushes throughout the season. Large, long, pointed buds.
Habit:
Medium, upright, well-branched. Medium, semi-glossy, dark green foliage.
Height: 15" to 20" (40 to 50cm).
Growing:
USDA zone 6b and warmer. Can be used for beds and borders, container rose, cut flower or garden. Vigorous. benefits from winter protection in colder climates. 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.
Patents:
United States - Patent No: PP 6,517 on 10 Jan 1989 VIEW USPTO PATENTApplication on 26 Mar 1987 The patent abstract incorrectly lists the varietal denomination as BENALAY. The text of the abstract correctly shows the name as BENALAV.
Notes:
Justice Miniature Roses says this rose has lilac petals brushed with glowing silver... it has been a decade-long performer on the bench and is destined to continue its winning ways...
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