Maggie
(Bourbon, unknown parentage, found 1980) – cherry red. This is the rose that Rosebud absolutely insisted that I get. The
wretched man simply would not take no for an answer! She is a beauty. The bloom starts out cupped then reflexes and
quarters into a dazzling piece of artwork shaded deep cerise pink with cherry red centers (kinda of reminds me of Rouge
Royale but the bloom size is smaller). Maggie has a strong spicy fragrance that is a departure from the typical Damask
fragrance we associate with the Bourbons. Growth habit is upright to 8 feet then arching over from the weight of the blooms.
Sound downright delicious doesn’t it? Well I’m not surprised; Rosebud THE ENABLER only "recommends" good roses. A
little bit of rose trivia. This wonderful rose was found by Dr. William Welch growing wild at a plantation in Louisiana. Maggie
also makes a suitable climber in warm climates. Please note that she benefits from a spray program. Winter hardy to zone 5.
Recommended by Rosebud.
Image courtesy of Hamp Vaughn, aka OldBlush.
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