Pride of Washington Rose (Rosa setigera cv.)

Pride of Washington Rose (Rosa setigera cv.)Hardy, late spring flowering, climbing rose Description: Medium sized, double rose pink flowers age to lilac; petals are cupped; bears clusters of 10 20 flowers. Habit: Vigorous, cold tolerant, climbing shrub grows 6 12' high with tall, arching branches; few prickles. Culture: Prefers full sun to light shade and rich, well prepared garden loam. Cold Hardiness: Cold hardy to USDA Zone 6b. The Prairie Rose (R. setigera) is a North American species first

Bears masses of fragrant

Culture: Prefers sun to part shade and moist

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