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'Doris Bennett' rose Description
Photo courtesy of Sheldon, John & Robyn
ARS:
Pink blend Miniature. Registration name: MORbenExhibition name: Doris Bennett
Bloom:
Pink blend. Mild fragrance. 41 petals. Average diameter 1.5". Small, very full (41+ petals), in small clusters bloom form. Spring or summer flush with scattered later bloom.
Habit:
Short, few or no prickles/thorns, spreading. Medium, semi-glossy, medium green foliage.
Height: 1' to 15" (30 to 40cm).
Growing:
USDA zone 6b and warmer. Can be used for beds and borders, container rose, cut flower or garden. Remove spent blooms to encourage re-bloom. 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:
Patent status unknown (to HelpMeFind).
Notes:
Ralph Moore says this rose is nearly thornless and the parentage is 'Joycie' x 'Red Fairy'.
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