fragrant plum new

fragrant plum is true to her name with a strong, fruity perfume. she has very long, elegant buds opening into large, 4”, double blooms with 20-25 petals. fragrant plum’s blossoms are lavender toward the center, gradually shading to smoky plum-purple at the edges. she thrives in zones 5-10 with her color brightening with heat while her form is at its best in cooler temperatures. fragrant plum is a tall, continually blooming, upright bush with flowers produced on long stems perfect for cutting.

• type: grandiflora

• color: lavender toward the center, shading to smoky plum-purple toward the edges

• fragrance: very fragrant

• hardiness zone: 5 – 10

• size: 4′ – 5′ x 4′

• rebloom: continual blooming

• bloom type: double

• year: 1990

• breeder code: aroplumi