Catawbiense Grandiflorum

In production:

  • R. catawbiense, Waterer, after 1850.
  • A vigorous grower with a ball-shaped habit which is slightly flattened.
  • Develops strong sprouts.
  • Flowers pale lilac in colour with a delicate brown marking.
  • Does not cause any problems in cultivation, a standard cultivar, suitable for nursery beginners.
  • More resistant to Botrytis than R. catawbiense cv. Boursault.
  • Cold hardiness -30°C.