Brief summary
Old Garden Rose, gallica/provins "Belle sans flatterie", Germany, introduced by Daniel August Schwarzkopf in 1806, Usually is fuchsia in color, globular bloom shape, very full petal count, has 1 buds per stem, once rebloom, has rich fragrance, the bush shape can be arching, 120 cm in height, 90 cm in width, suitable for USDA zone 2 from -46°C and above, moderate resistance to rain, strong resistance to black spot, strong resistance to mildew.
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Lilac and purple tones.
Raised by Daniel August Schwarzkopf (Germany, prior to 1806).
Gallica/Proven.
Blooms are mauve-pink, lilac, and purple, paler at the edges. Strong scent. Medium-sized blooms. Once-blooming in spring or summer.
Height up to 120 cm. Width up to 90 cm.
Hardy in USDA zones 4 to 8b. Sets hips.
DNA testing indicated a close relationship to 'Officinalis'.
This cultivar is planted in the gardens of Empress Josephine at Malmaison.