A very unusual colour for a rose. I have seen pictures of violet roses before, but until this week I had never seen one. I really can't make up my mind whether or not I like it. Perhaps we should have a vote, and I will go along with the majority view.
Update 7th July
The score stands at 4 - 1, so I shall do my best to like it. It just seems a shade too sombre.
Stripey too. Not sure - feel the "blue" colours tend to look on the grey side but if it has a strong scent then I'd allow it! Perfume conquers all! Although I do not like rose perfume, much prefer violets or honeysuckle, freesia and lavender, but rose is just not the same as the plant.
ReplyDeleteI have a couple in my garden here in California. One is called Sterling. Not sure about the other. They are very pretty, prolific bloomers, and have a wonderful scent. I vote yes!
ReplyDeleteHi Muv, it does look lovely - a pretty violet!
ReplyDeleteNo, far too Lenten for me!
ReplyDeleteHow lovely - the color combination is heavenly.
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