francis dubreuil hot

francis dubreuil is named for a gentleman rose breeder who started as a tailor in lyon, france. this very, dark red bloom has 60+ petals with an intoxicating, apple scent. his canes can be a bit crooked, but he will bloom in flushes throughout the season causing quite a stir in the garden. francis dubreuil will need a bit more care to prevent black spot and mildew, but the reward of apple-scented, deep red blooms is worth the effort!

• type: tea roses

• color: red

• fragrance: exceptionally fragrant

• hardiness zone: 7 – 10

• size: 3′ x 3′ – 4′

• rebloom: repeat blooming

• bloom type: very full

• year: 1894