This rose produces deep, velvety crimson blooms with lighter outer petals. Initially large and cup-shaped, the flowers gradually become shallowly cupped over time. A strong Old Rose fragrance fills the air, with delightful fruity notes of blackberry, blueberry, and damson.
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil. Water newly planted roses daily during their first season. Once established (after a year), two deep soaks per week during warm weather will keep them thriving. Apply a soil wetter in spring and again in mid-summer to improve water penetration. Feed every four weeks from late April to early May with a quality rose fertiliser. Prune in winter to encourage healthy new growth, and follow with a lime sulphur spray to help prevent fungal disease. Apply mulch to retain moisture, keeping it clear of the base of the plant.
