Spherical buds open to crimson flowers with tightly packed neatly arranged petals, and sometimes a button eye. The flowers are in clusters of three to seven and are carried on short stems. Pale green leaves form a collar around the flowers and are arranged densely on the stems. The bush is a small, compact bush and is shade tolerant.
Type: Portland
Origin: Franch, c 1840
Parentage: Unknown
Flower Size: 2.5”
Petal Count: Very full; up to 50
Scent: Strong and sweet
Flowering: Flushes every six weeks
Plant Size: 3-4’ h x 3’ W
Hardiness: Zones 4-9
ARS Rating: 8.7
Karen Meyers