Maid Marion

Maid MarionTight buds open to rounded cups, with larger outer petals enclosing numerous smaller petals within. These open to clear mid pink, saucer shaped rosettes; the outer petals forming a perfectly rounded rim. Initially, the fragrance is soft myrrh but as the flowers age, it becomes fruity with a distinct clove character. It forms a compact shrub with relatively upright, but quite bushy, growth. Named after the companion of the mythical hero, Robin Hood of

they produce a massive display of beautiful blooms worthy of comparison with the very best of the Old Roses

A repeat-flowering variety which

rosette blooms

Named after Thomas Fairchild

with symmetrically arranged petals

Extremely floriferous

A very healthy variety

but quite bushy

Its outstanding fragrance is extremely strong with a delicious fruity note reminiscent of guava and sweet white wine

fuchsia petals

Bears delicate blush pink

The buds open to reveal many petalled cups