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"Pickering Centifolia" rose Description
Photo courtesy of mashamcl
Class:
Damask Perpetual, Hybrid Perpetual.
Bloom:
Pink, lighter undertones, ages to light pink . Strong fragrance. Average diameter 3.5". Medium to large, double (17-25 petals), in small clusters, cupped-to-flat, old-fashioned bloom form. Blooms in flushes throughout the season.
Habit:
Armed with thorns / prickles. 5 to 7 leaflets.
Height: 4' (120cm).
Growing:
USDA zone 6b and warmer. Hardy.
Patents:
Patent status unknown (to HelpMeFind).
Notes:
Paillet attributes this rose to Desprez in 1850. Said to be similar to 'Yolande d'Aragon'
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