Rosa hybrida 'Freycinet' - This beautiful Tasmanian bred Rugosa rose produces fragrant, purple, double blooms - Opening to reveal yellow stamens, ending with large red hips. It is hardy and disease resistant with dark green foliage.
- Disease resistance*: 4 star
- Size approx: 2m
- Flower colour: Purple/pink
- Flower size: Medium
- Fragrance: Moderate
- Thorns: Minimal
- Type: Heritage bush rose
- Suits most regions including sub-tropical
*Disease resistance explained
Following assessment during humid, wet conditions which favour fungal pathogens:
5 star varieties did not show any disease symptoms;
4 star varieties showed only very minor disease symptoms.
We have chosen not to stock varieties with a 1, 2 or 3 star rating.
We love plants that don’t need spraying! And we know our customers feel the same way.
