Brief summary
Modern Rose, shrub "Somme 2016", France, introduced by Dominique Massad in 2016, Usually is purple, crimson in color, cupped bloom shape, very full petal count, blooms 11 - 13 cm in size, has 3-5 buds per stem, repeat rebloom, has rich fragrance, the bush shape can be bushy, 60 - 80 cm in height, 70 cm in width, suitable for USDA zone 6 from -23°C and above, moderate resistance to rain, moderate resistance to black spot, moderate resistance to mildew.
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Blossoms are purple with shimmering light and dark tones. The scent is strong. Foliage is bright green, glossy, with high disease resistance. Bush height 50–80 cm.
Upright shrub. Height 50–80 cm, width up to 70 cm. Flowers with ruffled petals, up to 70 petals, double , flowering for a very long time in inflorescences of 3–5 buds. Diameter 11–13 cm; color is raspberry with a lilac cast; fragrance is deep and intense. Foliage is green, matte; disease resistance is rated as excellent. This new rose pays tribute to all who took part in the Battle of the Somme in 1916, regardless of ethnicity, nationality, or religion. The purpose of this rose is to serve as an emblem of unity and peace.
Cultivar on the originator’s website: SOMME 2016®