Madame Isaac Periere
(Bourbon, 1889) – raspberry pink. Prior to the introduction of Gertrude Jekyll this rose was considered the most fragrant
rose in the world. It’s still worth trying today because of the large buxom blooms, hot pink flushed magenta coloring and
intoxicating fragrance. The fragrance is extraordinary and capable of wafting great distances. Think of the perfume as an
intense blend of softly sweet Damask blended with fruity aromas. Form is cupped at first then quartering, sometimes
around a button eye. The bush is just as exuberant as the festive blooms. It forms a tall lanky shrub that thinks it wants
to climb. However, I wouldn’t let it climb if I were you. Being a Bourbon she will repeat but does best with pegging rather
than letting the awkward shrub have its way and sprawling all over the place. Unfortunately the foliage gets afflicted with
black spot fairly easily but responds quickly to applications of fungicides so she definitely is worth trying if you are willing
to commit to a spray routine. Winter hardy to zone 5. Recommended by several forum members.
Image courtesy of Linda B.
Image courtesy of Riku.
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