Considered the oldest of the
cultivated roses Gallicas can be traced back to ancient Crete. Gallicas are extremely
hardy and tolerate a wide range of conditions. They bloom once a year on old wood. Colors
are usually crimson, purple and mauve. These roses are quite shade tolerant. Suckering
growth.
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Camaieux
1 & 2:
crimson stripes on cream, 3 x 3, Striped blooms of
crimson and white adorn this plant. It is a small shrub great for the
small garden. Zone 4 |
Labella Sultane: A striking rose when in bloom. The flowers have bright pink to fuchsia
petals with yellow stamens. This plant is disease resistant.
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Complicata:
clear pink, fragrant, 5 to 8 feet, these single pink blossoms are sure to get praise even
from the double bloom lover.
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Rosa
gallica officinalis: light red with yellow
center, semi-double bloom, fragrant, used for medicinal purposes in medieval times,
4’ x 4’, Zones 4-8
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Tuscany
superb: semi-double crimson/purple
blooms with golden centers, very fragrant. The petals have a velvety texture. Zones
4-8
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