Brief summary
Modern Rose, large-flowered climber "Sweet Syrie", United Kingdom, introduced by Harkness & Co. Ltd in 2016, Usually is pink, peach in color, semi double bloom shape, double petal count, blooms 12 cm in size, has 3-5 buds per stem, repeat rebloom, has rich fragrance, the bush shape can be climbing, arching, 220 cm in height, 180 cm in width, suitable for USDA zone 6 from -23°C and above, strong resistance to rain, moderate resistance to black spot, moderate resistance to mildew.
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New for 2016.
This cultivar, introduced at Chelsea 2016, commemorates the 150th anniversary of the Barnado Family Benefit Foundation, specifically Syrie Barnado, the wife of Thomas Barnado, who helped establish the foundation and continued his work after his death. The Sweet Syrie rose has a sweet, strong fragrance. Large flowers (on opening up to 12cm) are borne in inflorescences of 3-5. The blooms display a complex blend of pink and apricot-peach shades. With vigorous growth and healthy foliage, this climber is suitable for walls, fences, trellises, and supports.