Mother's
Day (Mothersday)
Polyantha
Origin -
Grootendorst, 1949
Parentage - Sport of 'Dick Koster'
Color - Dark Red
Foliage - Dark green
Thorns - Light
Size - 2' - 3' h. x 2' - 3' w. (shrub)
Fragrance - Light
Repeat bloom - Yes
Disease resistance - Good
Hardiness - Zone 5
This
rose is one of the many sports of Dick Koster. It is an upright
rose which blooms in clusters of globular crimson bouquets. Blooms
are long lasting and repeat well throughout the growing season. Very
light fragrance. Widely sold in Europe as potted plants for Mother's
Day, hence the name. Also known as 'Muttertag' and 'Fete
Des Meres'.
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