Ducher
(China, unknown parentage, 1869) – white. Ducher is an interesting China because the small blooms
are high centered, which is more typical of the Teas and Hybrid Teas. Growth habit is a bit unusual too
as the twiggy canes are more like that of a Polyantha rose. Ducher is also better foliated than a China
ought to be. Personally I suspect this rose is a China/Polyantha cross. Regardless of its precise heritage
Ducher is a very handsome rose. The growth habit hits the mark right on at 4 feet and is slightly wider
than tall (looks great in mixed borders!). Like I said the foliage is lush and cloths the shrub well. As if all
this weren’t enough the blooms literally cover the shrub in late spring and continue right up till the first frost.
Fragrance is strong and peppery. Winter hardy to zone 7. Recommended by Jean in TN.
Image courtesy of Kaye.
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