The small vermilion buds of this Polyantha rose open to large, long-stemmed clusters of 5-25 deep apricot flowers that fade to mother of pearl from the outside. The petals have darker backs and in hot weather reflex and become strap-like. The plant has few prickles and red new growth that gives way to glossy dark healthy foliage. It is medium sized, upright, and very disease resistant and is an Earth Kind Roses.
Type: Polyantha
Origin: Rambaux, France, 1883
Parentage:Unnamed Polyantha x ‘Madame Falcot’
Flower Size:1.6″
Petal Count: Full
Scent:Medium; sweet and fruity
Flowering:Repeats well
Plant Size: 3′ H 3′ W
Hardiness: Zones 6-9
ARS Rating: 8.5
Photo Credit: Wikipedia
Karen Meyers