Brief summary
Old Garden Rose, alba "Minette", France, introduced by Jean-Pierre Vibert in 1819, Usually is pink in color, globular bloom shape, full petal count, has 1-3 buds per stem, once rebloom, has rich fragrance, the bush shape can be arching, suitable for USDA zone 3 from -40°C and above, moderate resistance to rain, strong resistance to black spot, strong resistance to mildew.
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Flowers are soft pink, double, with a slightly loose form when fully open. Foliage is light green, with 7–9 leaflets.
Widespread in the Leningrad Region; often grows as a rosehip without any care. Does not freeze back without shelter. Fruits are rarely set.
Strong fragrance. In humid conditions, buds are affected by grey rot, yet even without prevention the flowering is abundant.