A Gallica hybrid of unknown origin. The very full blooms are rosettes with a button eye. They start dark violet but fade to mauve with a paler reverse. Light scent. Lax, arching, fairly thornless stems. Small dark leaves. Summer flowering. Size 2m x 2m.
Hippolyte
From £15.95
| Rose Group | Gallica Rose |
| Breeder | Unknown |
| Date of Introduction | pre 1842 |
| Colour | Purple |
| Flower Form | Double |
| Height | Tall |
| Flowering Period | Summer |
| Fragrance | Light |
| Disease Resistance | Good |
| Hardiness Zone | 5 -what’s this? |
Poor Soils, Few or No Thorns
This variety is out of stock potted for this season. The earliest availability is now bareroot.
