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'François Rabelais' rose Reviews & Comments
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Bright red floribunda outstanding in every respect except for the absence of fragrance. Lovely clusters composed of long lasting blooms with perfect old rose form. Resists powdery mildew. Makes a great tree rose. First rate exhibition rose.
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Reply #1 of 1 posted 28 DEC 10 by  Lyn G
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Mine was a mislabeled rose and I am delighted I have this "mistake" in the garden ! The blooms stand up to triple digit temps for weeks at a time and continue throughout the hottest part of the year. The plant can get blackspot, if we have a long, wet spring.
Smiles,
Lyn
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Initial post 31 JAN 07 by Anonymous-102305
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A great rose. The blooms are very long lasting. I like the old fashioned look. The only "problem" with this rose is that there is absolutely no fragrance.
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I found my rose at Home Depot under the name "Dreamy Nights". After much research, I identified it as a Francois, which is a Romantica. It is resistant to diseases and was untroubled by pests until recently-unfortunately, cutter bees love the new growth, so they've dessicated most of those pretty new leaves. However, the blooms are very full and long-lasting--each stays lovely for a week before falling off on its own when it's done! Definitely a good rose for those who love the OGR look with little upkeep needed.--A 2007 update--Francois proved to be very BS prone in my garden, but he bloomed with abandon and was such a cheery little rose. Regretfully, he was replaced this year during the culling of the roses (due to a change in color scheme) so hopefully he's happily blooming for his new owner.
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