Full double, large flower opens Mother of Pearl blush, soon fading to snow white in the sun. It is a sumptuous, fragrant flower packed with well-formed petals of tailored form and excellent substance. Reliable bloom, flowering easily even on small plants. Good plant habit, vigorous with good increase, prolific on a medium height bush. Durable deep green foliage remains healthy for most of the growing season. Strong stems sag with rain in the opened flower, the presentation benefited by mechanical support for best results. An outstanding display in the landscape and makes fine cut stems in the garden and for the vase. Attracts much attention at flower shows and undoubtedly an exhibition quality flower and cutter for commercial use.
Awards, Best Use & Distinctions
Best Cut®; APS Gold Medal, 1994; fragrant; general garden and landscape use; perennial border; exhibition variety; cut flower garden; deer resistant; cutter in commercial use.
Basic Growing Requirements
Full Sun. Water as needed, sensitive to overwatering and waterlog conditions. Soil pH 6.5-7. Fertile, well-draining soil.
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