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ROSA gallica 'Versicolor'
Commonly known as Rose

SHRUB AND SPECIES
('Rosa Mundi') - semi-double rose-red, striped white with the odd pure red flower
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes - Click to close
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Good to know
A sport of R. gallica var. officinalis (Apothecary's rose, Provins rose, Red rose of Lancaster) -
Pests & Diseases
See header 'ROSA' -
Rosa
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DeciduousRough-textured leaves
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Dark pink, striped white -
Striped, Veined or Multicoloured
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Cup-shapedCupped to flat, 8cm (3in) across
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Semi-doubleTwo rows of petals with conspicuous stamens
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BorderSuitable for a shrub or mixed border
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Coastal / windsweptSuitable for an open site slightly back from the sea
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Cottage garden
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Suitable for small gardens
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Town garden
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Fully hardy
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Height
80cm (32in) -
Spread
1m (39in) -
Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightGallica of compact, rounded habit. Flowers are produced singly, or in clusters of 2-4, followed by hips
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Very hardy
Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F) -
Scented flowersFragrance (1-10) 1-2, slight
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile, humus-rich
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Bee friendly
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Mature Size80cm (32in)
1m (39in)
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