Bourbons
 
Originally from the Isle de Bourbon, these roses date back to the beginning of the 1800’s. It is     
   believed they are a cross of Autumn Damask and Rosa chinensis (some have said bourbons         
   originated with a cross of Quarte Saisons and the China Old Blush). Most bourbons are repeat   
   bloomers. All have double, cupped flowers and can be trained as low climbers.
 


Louise Odier: Bourbons are known to have recurrent bloom and this rose is no exception.