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Discussion id : 115-751
most recent 22 MAR 19 SHOW ALL
 
Initial post 17 MAR 19 by Marlorena
This rose was introduced in 1968 under the name of 'Pink Ribbon'..... it was for sale at 12s 6d in old UK money, which today is 62 and a half pence or about 80 cents US...

It is in an old David Austin catalogue dated 1968 and described as a new introduction that year....
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Reply #1 of 4 posted 17 MAR 19 by Patricia Routley
Could we have the exact wording and page number from the catalogue and we will add it as a reference.
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Reply #2 of 4 posted 20 MAR 19 by Marlorena
Here we go Patricia.. from the 1968 catalogue page 18.

''PINK RIBBON [Mme. Butterfly x Mme. Legras de St. Germain] A shrub rose having much of the delicacy and charm of the Alba parent. The flowers are large, semi-double, of blush-pink colouring, which open to reveal both prominent and attractive stamens. Very disease resistant. In time Pink Ribbon will make a medium sized shrub. Pleasant though not pronounced scent. New this year. 12/6''
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Reply #3 of 4 posted 21 MAR 19 by Patricia Routley
Many thanks Marlorena. Synonym and reference added.
(for the record, please also see ‘Chianti’ Comments)
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Reply #4 of 4 posted 22 MAR 19 by Marlorena
Thanks Patricia...
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