Blanc Double de Coubert
(Hybrid Rugosa, 1892) – pure white. The blooms look like they are fashioned from sheer, crinkled tissue paper and are blessed with a
powerful cinnamon/clove fragrance. While the formless flowers are not my cup of tea BddC is considered by many rosarians to be one
of the best Hybrid Rugosas. The disease free foliage has the added bonus of turning vivid orange in the autumn. Be forewarned that this
rose is allergic to chemical sprays. The tall, mounding shrub suckers like a wild rose and does double duty as a security hedge due to
the vicious thorns. This indestructible rose survives strong wind, drought, extreme cold and is shade tolerant to boot. Winter hardy to
zone 3.
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