Rose Alain Blanchard

The large, semi-double flat flowers of 'Alain Blanchard' are captivating, displaying a deep purple-crimson hue with a prominent cluster of golden stamens at the center, which attract bees. The petals are speckled and spotted with lighter crimson red, and as they age, the flowers transition to a purple-gray color. The blooms are arranged in small clusters, of about 3 to 7 together.

The plant features arching branches, and if trimmed into a bulb shape after flowering, it becomes a sturdy and highly floriferous shrub. The olive green foliage is healthy and robust. Instead of thorns, this rose has rather bristles. Attractive hips appear in the fall.

Unfortunately we do not have information about the origin of the name of this rose.

The origin of the variety is not known, there is a theory that this variety was originated from crossing R. centifolia with R. gallica.

USDA 5