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    'Rosy Purple' rose Reviews & Comments
    most recent 17 DEC 09  
    RoseRosy Purple
    Initial post 20 NOV 09 by frosch
    Does this rose have a sent?
    Reply #1 posted 17 DEC 09 by Paul Barden
    I recall it having a mild fragrance, yes. Nothing remarkable, but noticeable.
    most recent 25 NOV 08  
    RoseRosy Purple
    Initial post 25 NOV 08 by Paul Barden
    Rosy Purple is one of the most Blackspot and Mildew free roses I have ever grown. Highly recommended.
    Reply #1 posted 25 NOV 08 by Robert Neil Rippetoe
    It reminds me of 'Violet Hood'.
    Reply #2 posted 25 NOV 08 by Paul Barden
    I grow both, and for me, Rosy Purple is a much stronger grower and produces a fuller, more bold display. (IE: far more blooms) I like Violet Hood but its blooms are often hidden in the branches, and there are never as many as I'd like to see. Violet Hood isn't a very strong grower for me either.
    Reply #3 posted 25 NOV 08 by Robert Neil Rippetoe
    I'm thinking they might be related. I grew out some OP seedlings of Violet Hood and they remind me of Rosy Purple.