Brief summary
Old Garden Rose, hybrid perpetual "Black Prince", United Kingdom, introduced by William Paul in 1866, Usually is burgundy in color, deep cup bloom shape, blooms 10 - 12 cm in size, has 1-3 buds per stem, repeat rebloom, has rich fragrance, the bush shape can be upright, 120 - 150 cm in height, 90 cm in width, suitable for USDA zone 6 from -23°C and above, low resistance to rain, low resistance to black spot, low resistance to mildew.
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The name refers to the color, which is dark with a velvety sheen. In hot conditions, the blooms appear crimson. It establishes and grows, but shows some susceptibility to powdery mildew. The variety is cultivated primarily for its fragrant flowers rather than overall garden effect in plantings. The foliage is plain, with typical leaves.