LedaLedaSyn:
Painted Damask
ARS Rating:
Class: Damask
Date:
pre-1827
Breeder:
Blooms:
Medium-double
Bloom Frequency:
Once. May repeat in the
fall.
Color:
White blend.
Red-brown buds open to reveal a button eye with inner petals reflexing
into a ball. Milky white petals have a crimson edge.
Fragrance:
Moderate fragrance
Thorns:
Prickles.
Foliage:
Foliage is dark green, downy and semi-glossy.
Approximate Height:
3.5’ x 3’
Description and Care:
It sprawls but can be kept compact by pruning.
Hardy and disease resistant. Vigorous
growth.
Comments:
Some class this with the Portlands.
It was named for the mythological Queen who was seduced by Zeus when he
appeared in the form of a swan.
This
bush was less than a year old at this point, and it has since doubled in size,
so don't be fooled by this picture.
Purchase Info:
Heirloom Roses
24062 NE Riverside Drive
St. Paul, Oregon 97137
Phone: 503.538.1576
FAX: 503.538.5902