Young Lycidas Rose: Deep Magenta Pink Red with Light Purple Halo, Tea to Old Rose Cedar Fragrance

Young Lycidas Rose

Young Lycidas is a handsome plant up to 4 feet with a 3-foot spread. The very large old-fashioned blossoms are a pleasing blend of deep magenta, pink, and red with a halo of light purple. Flowers are presented singly or in small clusters that nod on vigorous stems. The blossoms have up to 50 petals perfumed with a delicious tea that ages to old rose and even cedar. Named for the 400th anniversary of John Milton's poem 'Lycidas'. Good disease resistance. This rose prefers full sun and moderate moisture.

Characteristics

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  Full Sun
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  Moderate Moisture
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  Height: 3 - 5 feet
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  Spread: 2—4 feet