'May Queen' Rose (Rosa wichurana hybrid). Hardy, deciduous, spring-flowering shrubBears clusters of quartered-rosette, apple scented, double, lilac- to rose-pink flowers; very free-floweringThe species Rosa wichurana, introduced from China in 1860, has contributed much to the development of modern roses, being directly or indirectly responsible for many ramblers and climbers, especially those with glossy foliage. 'May Queen' was bred and developed in 1898 by the American rose hybridist... - 'May Queen' Rose (Rosa wichurana hybrid). |