PRISTINE

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Hybridizer – Warriner, 1978, JACpico

White Masterpiece x First Prize

Pristine has the delicate look of porcelain, you’ll be tempted to feel the petals to see if it is real.  The bloom is high-centered, double (30-35 petals), large – six inches across and somewhat ruffled.  Most often, it comes singly on a long, thick stem although quite thorny, with large, dark green glossy leaves.  It is a very vigorous plant and very disease resistant.  It can be used for cut flower or for garden display.  It has gathered enough trophies to be a favorite among exhibitors.

The tapered bud opened white to creamy petals blushed with light to medium pink on the edge of the petals and displaying orange-yellow stamens in the center.  Fragrance is light.  Habit is quite tall and spreading, from 4 to 7 ft. tall and 3 to 6 ft. wide.  It tends to spread its canes sideways so prune it to inward-facing buds to discourage sprawling.  It blooms continuously throughout the season.  The best location for this rose is in the back of the border.  Good companion plants are pink flowered plants and some blue stately delphiniums.  For regions with harsh winter, it requires winter protection.   

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