Scientific Name
Rosa cathayensis platyphylla

Common Name
Seven Sisters; Platyphylla

Flower Color: Changeable color: opens bright, deep cerise-purple; then fades to palest mauve or ivory white
Flower Description: Small semi-double flowers borne in large clusters in June; non-recurrent
Fragrance: Moderate
Height: Normally 8 to 10 feet; but can reach up to 20 feet
Comments: Climbing; introduced in 1816; tolerates poor soil and shade; large dark green foliage; stiff dark green stems; hardy; vigorous; prefers shaded site
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