Possibly the old Gallica, ‘Superb Tuscan’, this upright hardy bush flushes with scented blooms in late spring. Be sure to gather the petals, as this rose is a good candidate for potpourri making. The canes have bristles but few thorns and bear rough, medium to dark green leaves. The flowers are an intense red-purple with golden stamens almost hidden by the numerous petals.

5 to 7 feet    Z5-9    O    Fr    m