Old Garden Rose, tea "William R. Smith", United States, introduced by Richard Bagg in 1908, Usually is pink, blush pink, ivory in color, high-center (point) bloom shape, full petal count, has 1-3 buds per stem, repeat rebloom, has rich fragrance, the bush shape can be bushy, 150 - 365 cm in height, 150 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.
Main characteristics
Aroma
USDA Zone 6
-23°С
Rebloom
Bush Shape
Bloom Shape
High-center (Point)
Size
Height
150 - 365 cm
Width
150 cm
Bloom size
Buds / Stem
1-3
Petal Count
Full
Resistance
Heat
Shade
Rain
Black Spot
Mildew
More information
Tea variety. Light pink blooms with a slight blush on the outer petals and creamy tones. Strong fragrance. Blooms in waves through the season. Bush 150–365 cm tall and 150 cm wide.
William R. Smith served as the first superintendent of the Washington Botanical Garden; he died in 1912.