One of the earliest varieties to flower and a really strong grower. Distinctive grey leaves and and upright grower. One of the earliest to flower, usually by late May or early June

• Colour: bright rose tube with cerise lobes                    
• Throat: white with light cerise pencilling
• Height: 1.2m (4ft)                    
• Earliest record: 1991

Cultivation Do's and Dont's

o    Do deadhead regularly
o    Don’t prune until spring
o    Do prune old growth when new shoots are 3-4” long
o    Do add organic matter or grit if planting in heavy wet soil
o    Do plant in a sunny position
o    Do enjoy the flowers from June to October