Rose Madame Louis Leveque
Aroma:
Health:
Other names: Capitaine Christy Moussu
Characteristics
Main color: Pink
Color: Light silver-pink
Flowering: Occasional repeat flowering
Flower size: Large
Flower: Very full , globular , in small clusters
Foliage: Light green , medium , matte
Aroma: Strong
Class: Moss rose
Sub-class: Hybrid Perpetual
Type: Medium shrub
Growth type: Compact, upright
Height: 120 - 150 cm
Width: 90 - 150 cm
Description
A charming old Moss rose. Large (up to 10 cm), globular, very full (up to 100 petals) silver-pink flowers impress with their shape and wonderful aroma.
The plant is strong, up to 120-150 cm high, 90-150 cm wide. The light green folieage is very healthy and remains dense throughout the growing season.
Winter hardiness is strong (zone USDA 4), hardy and reliable. Can grow in partial shade.
Madame Louis Leveque is one of the best ocasionally repeat flowering Moss roses, a mutation of R. Centifolia.
Name origin
Unfortunately we do not have information about the origin of the name of this rose.
Awards
Parentage
Spontanious mutation of R. Centifolia.
Climate zones
USDA 4
Gardening design tips
Mixed border
Best for shade
Best for cutting and flower arrangements
For attracting bees
Growing tips
Sun position:
Grows well on full sun.
Preference in type of soils:
Grows well on all types of soils.
Prunning:
Requires deadheading after the flowering.
Health
Black spots:
Mildew:
Botrytis:
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Rain resistance:
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Published Nov. 5, 2024, 10:08 a.m. by Галина Микитинець
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