This multi-award winner was voted into the Hall of Fame in 2000! The lightly scented, 4.5" fully double dark ruby-red blooms have a soft, velvety texture. It blooms continuously from spring until frost and holds up well in the heat of the summer. Good bed, border, container and cut flower plant. Glossy, dark green foliage. Vigorous, small, bushy and upright habit. Height: 2.5-3 feet. Width: 2 feet. Petal count: 26-40. Disease resistant. Exposure: sun. (before 1981)
Worlds Best Rose in 2000 by World Federation of Rose Societies (WFRS). This is a favorite among gardeners for the deep, velvety red 4-5" blooms & dark green foliage. It makes a great cut flower with long, strong stems. Rebloom is rapid, prolific & is in constant bloom from spring-frost. Disease resistant, rain resistant, heat loving & heat tolerant. Ht: 2-4 ft. W: 2 ft. Good border & container plant. USDA Z5. PP#6,264