Brief summary
Old Garden Rose, hybrid gallica "Blanche fleur", introduced in 1835, Usually is white in color, deep cup bloom shape, full petal count, blooms 7 - 8 cm in size, has 3-5 buds per stem, once rebloom, has exceptional fragrance, the bush shape can be arching, 120 - 185 cm in height, 120 - 150 cm in width, moderate resistance to rain, strong resistance to black spot, strong resistance to mildew.
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Pearlescent-white flowers of ancient form are borne in small inflorescences. The fragrance is strong and sweet. Bushes are dense and spreading, with bright green leaves.
In 1829, Berlin hosted the “White Rose” celebration. The event was widely publicised in the press, prompting Jean-Pierre Vibert to name one of his novelties ‘Blanche Fleur’, i.e., ‘White Flower’.