Thalia, hybrid multiflora

Also known as
White Rambler
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Brief summary

Old Garden Rose, hybrid multiflora "Thalia", France, introduced by J. B. Schmitt (Alsace) in 1895, Usually is white in color, semi double bloom shape, blooms 3 - 4 cm in size, has 5-10 buds per stem, once rebloom, has rich fragrance, the bush shape can be arching, 300 - 400 cm in height, 250 cm in width, suitable for USDA zone 5 from -29°C and above, moderate resistance to rain, moderate resistance to black spot, moderate resistance to mildew.

Main characteristics

Aroma
USDA Zone 5
-29°С
Rebloom
Bush Shape
Bloom Shape
Semi double

Size

Height
300 - 400 cm
Width
250 cm
Bloom size
3 - 4 cm
Buds / Stem
5-10
Petal Count

Resistance

Heat
Shade
Rain
Black Spot
Mildew

More information

The variety was raised by the Alsace breeder J. B. Schmitt and was later acquired by Peter Lambert early in his career. The flowers are small, white, semi-double, and borne in large clusters (usually 20–25 per cluster), resembling many other multiflora ramblers. The bush is vigorous, with few thorns. It responds to pruning and standard cultivation.

Thalia is one of Lambert’s Three Graces, an early-flowering multiflora hybrid with vigorous growth. It carries large clusters of small (about 3 cm), flat, semi-double white blooms with a noticeable fragrance. Inflorescences can reach up to about 100 flowers per cluster, typically 30–50. Shoots are nearly thornless, with bright green foliage. The shrub reaches about 3 m and is once-blooming. Thalia is winter-hardy and is used on pergolas or hedges.

Thalia is also known as White Rambler and was widely grown until it was superseded by Sander’s White; it is not widely grown today. The blooms are small, double, fragrant, and borne in clusters.