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Rose CatalogDuke Of Wellington, hybrid perpetual
Also known as
Duc de Wellington
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Brief summary
Old Garden Rose, hybrid perpetual "Duke Of Wellington", France, introduced by Louis-Xavier Granger in 1864, Usually is red, crimson in color, high-center (point) bloom shape, full petal count, blooms 10 cm in size, repeat rebloom, has moderate fragrance, 90 - 120 cm in height, 90 cm in width, suitable for USDA zone 4 from -34°C and above, strong resistance to shade, thornless or has nearly no thorns.
Main characteristics
Aroma
USDA Zone 4
-34°С
Rebloom
Bloom Shape
High-center (Point)
Size
Height
90 - 120 cm
Width
90 cm
Bloom size
10 cm
Buds / Stem
Petal Count
Full
Resistance
Heat
Shade
Rain
Black Spot
Mildew
More information
Hybrid Perpetual rose with dark red flowers, crimson shading, and a red center. Blooms have a strong fragrance, an average diameter of about 10 cm, and are large, full, cupped, and high-centered, with 26–40 petals. It has occasional repeat bloom later in the season. The shrub grows to about 120 cm in height and 90 cm in width. It is suitable for USDA zone 4b and warmer and can be planted in partial shade for best color. The variety is shade tolerant. Bred in France by Louis-Xavier Granger before 1864 and introduced in France by Charles-Félix Verdier in 1864 as 'Duc de Wellington', and in Australia by George Brunning - St. Kilda Nurseries in 1873 as 'Duke of Wellington'.
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