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'Rosa X reversa Waldst. et Kit.' rose Description
Photo courtesy of jannorcal
ARS:
Medium red.
Exhibition name: Rosa X reversa Waldst. et Kit.
Class:
Miscellaneous OGR, Species Cross.
Bloom:
Light pink. Mild fragrance. Medium, single (4-8 petals), borne mostly solitary bloom form. Once-blooming spring or summer. Leafy sepals buds.
Habit:
Bushy, upright. Small, matte, light green foliage. 5 to 7 leaflets.
Height: 39" to 6'7" (100 to 200cm).
Growing:
USDA zone 6b through 9b (default). Vigorous. produces decorative hips.
Patents:
Patent status unknown (to HelpMeFind).
Notes:
R. x reversa Waldst. & Kit. (Waldstein & Kitaibel) Descriptiones et icones plantarum rariorum Hungariae; 1799 293, t.264 1812.
The original description of Waldstein & Kitaibel is for a light pink rose with 5 to 7 leaflets. The rose in commerce and gardens has deep pink Blooms and 9 or more leaflets.
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