Great Maiden’s Blush

Syn:  Cuisse de Nymphe, Grande Cuisse de Nymphe, La Royale, La Séduisante, la Virginale, Maiden’s Blush, R. alba incarnate, R. alba rubicanda plena, R. alba rubicunda, R. carnea, R. incarnate, R. rubicans, R. alba regalis

ARS Rating:  9.0

Class:   Alba

Date:  prior to 1738

Breeder: 

Blooms:  Flowers when newly opened are a warm blush-pink and as it ages, they fade to a pale cream-pink at the edges.  The form is loose and double.  The

Bloom Frequency:  Once.

Color:  White.

Fragrance:  Intense fragrance, very sweet.

Thorns: 

Approximate Height:  5’ x 5’

Description and Care:  Vigorous growth, upright.  The foliage is greyish green and the branches arch outwards in a graceful display.

Comments:  One of the oldest favorites, this rose is often found in cottage gardens.  The most beautiful blooms are called 'Cuisse de Nymphe Émue'.

Breeding:

Zones:  4-9