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Registered Name: 'Araby'
ARS Approved Exhibition Name: Araby
Gr, lp, 1973, Thomson; bud long, pointed; flowers light orchid-pink, center white, open, large, dbl., intense fragrance; foliage large, glossy, dark, leathery; vigorous, upright growth
[Honey Chile × Rose Merk]

Book  (1974)  Page(s) 143.  
 
New Roses of the World'. 'Araby' Gr. (IIIB) lp. (Richard Thomson, '73). 'Honey Chile' x 'Rose Merk'. Medium, long pointed buds. Large, open, double, light orchid-pink with white center and reverse lighter, blooms borne singly and several together on medium stems. Very good lasting quality. Petals drop off cleanly. Strong fragrance. abundant amount of dark green, leathery, glossy, large foliage. Disease resistant. Vigorous 4-5 ft growth. Upright, open habit. Profuse, continuous blooming. ARS