Believed extinct or lost

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Bred by Paul Barden (United States, 2006).

Floribunda.  

Crimson and fuchsia / magenta, dark purple shading, mauve reverse.  Mild, carnation, fruity fragrance.  20 to 35 petals.  Average diameter 3".  Medium, double (17-25 petals), cluster-flowered, cupped-to-flat bloom form.  Prolific, blooms in flushes throughout the season.  Medium, pointed, rounded buds.  

Tall, bushy, upright.  Large, matte, dark green, leathery foliage.  3 to 7 leaflets.  

Height: 5' to 7' (150 to 215cm).  Width: 3' to 5' (90 to 150cm).

Can be used for container rose, garden, pillar, shrub or specimen.  Very vigorous.  drought resistant.  flowers drop off cleanly.  prefers full sun.  

This variety is currently being tested for its garden merit.