'Athabasca' rose Description
Photo courtesy of David Elliott
ARS:
Deep pink Species.
Registration name: Athabasca
Bloom:
Deep pink. Single to semi-double bloom form. Once-blooming spring or summer.
Habit:
Armed with thorns / prickles. 9 leaflets.
Growing:
USDA zone 2b and warmer. Very hardy.
Patents:
Patent status unknown (to HelpMeFind).
Notes:
Found in 1930 near Vilna, AB, Canada by George Bell.
Percy Wright in Canadian Rose Society Annual 1970 states that several strains exist, varying in horticultural value. The "other strains" may be other varieties that have become confused with 'Athabasca' because of similar flowers.
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