Colette rose

The 'Colette' rose is a standout climber from the Meilland family in France. It is frequently described as a "workhorse" rose because it combines the delicate, romantic look of an antique English rose with the ruggedness and disease resistance of a modern hybrid. Color: Features soft, apricot-pink to salmon-pink blooms. The color is warm and glowing, often deepening in the center of the flower. Fragrance: It has a strong, sweet Damask scent. Colette is famous for its room-filling perfume. Bloom Form: Very full, old-fashionded flowers with an incredible petal count-often ranging from 130 to 140 petals per bloom. They appear in small clusters throughout the season. Habit: A vigorous climber that typically reaches 8 to 10 feet tall and about 4 to 5 feet wide. Its canes are notably flexible, making it much easier to train horizontally across a fence or over an arbor. Breeder: Alain Meilland International, France. Introduction in the US around 1994-1998. Hardiness: USDA zones 5-10 (extremely cold hardy for a climber). Bloom Cycle: Repeat flowering from spring through the first frost. Disease Resistance: Excellent, tough as nails foliage that resists black spot and mildew. A top-tier choice for arbors and entryways. Bare Root, Own Root, Grade #1, the highest retail garde for roses.