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Mme Pierre Oger

Syn:

 ARS Rating:  8.0

 Class:   Bourbon

 Date:  1878 

Breeder:  Oger, France

 Blooms:  Double.  The translucent, cupped flowers have the form of small water-lilies.

Bloom Frequency:  Repeats.  It has a very long blooming season that extends from spring (end of March here) until the first frost.

 Color:  Light pink.   Blooms are dappled a pale, silvery pink.  The flowers are actually a creamy white with a lilac reverse that intensifies in the sun, giving the petals a dappled effect.

Fragrance:  Very Fragrant

 Thorns:  Has dark prickles.

 Approximate Height:  4’ x 4’

 Description and Care:  Growth is of medium vigor.  It tends to form a narrow, upright bush with abundant light green leaves.  The leaves are oval and pointed.

 Comments:  This rose will survive with organic gardening methods, but needs good soil.

Breeding:  Sport of La Reine Victoria

Zones:  4-10