Family : Rosaceae
Class : Hybrid Tea
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English translation by Peter Thompson
Created in New Zealand in 1985 by Stephens, it is instantly notable by its intense perfume.
Corollas with 35-70 petals, purple/mauve in colour.
Dislikes cold conditions, but very resistant to diseases.
Variety denomination : STEbigpu
Parentage :
Seedling × ‘Purple Splendour’
Awards :
1999 - Rosexpo Montreal : Best Mauve Rose
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