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Book (1941) Page(s) 252. List of Roses Patented in the United States Since Publication of the 1940 Annual. Jewel HT. Issued to Nicholas Grillo, Milldale, Conn., April 30, 1940. No. 382.
Website/Catalog (1939) Page(s) [3]. Includes photo(s). Jewel Sport of "Better Times" Registered with the American Rose Society; U. S. Patent Applied for "Jewel" is a hybrid tea rose, originated by N. Grillo. This rose possesses many of the characteristics of its parent, but differs from it in several important respects. Color: Brilliant velvety red which is retained when flower is wide open. Bud: Long, pointed; color slightly darker than the open flower. Opens gradually and perfectly. Flower: Large and full when open, about five inches across. About forty-five petals. Heavy texture; broadly ovate shape; pleasing fragrance; very good lasting quality, surpassing its parent in this respect. Habit: Grows upright; vigorous, with abundance of very strong stems and profusion of large leathery foliage. A free bloomer.
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