Question for Gallica growers: Camayeux and Tricolore de Flandre
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Comments (28)Rosecavalier, off topic...I came across a photo of your Alba Semi Plena last night - what a marvelous sight. I have to share with you that when I began growing roses my father-in-law asked me if I'd ever heard of this rose, a.k.a. White Rose of York. Dad was a B-17 pilot in WW-II and his plane was named Rose of York. It's a bit hard to see but the photo below shows the nose art; that's Princess Elizabeth at the plan's christening. Well, I'd looked up the rose previously and it didn't make much of an impression on me and I forgot about it. After seeing yours I've decided to grow one in Dad's honor; he'll be tickled. (No not next to the Cardinal! I have a great spot on the side of our old barn). I have to say it is immensely helpful to find photos here of roses growing in real home gardens....See MoreIt's time to start my Annual Forum Gallica Share!
Comments (137)I was deadheading the roses when I photographed the last bloom on the Duchesse de Montebello, which was particularly luminescent (China heritage?). Phone can't really capture. Here she is in her glory -- Kathleen in background The pretty duchesse was the wife of the young & dashing General Jean Lannes, Napoleon's favorite general, who was given the victory title of Duke of Montebello after his victory in a battle of that name in Lombardy, Italy, in 1800. (Unlike his predecessors, Napoleon, whatever his faults, believed in rewarding people on the basis of merit, rather than birth, and he also instituted half-pay pensions for the military. This made him a favorite with liberals, including some breeders of roses.) Marechal Lannes died in battle in 1809. Below, his widow with their five children. (Please excuse my pedantry) ....See MoreGallica season 2019 has begun!
Comments (146)Thank you, Chris! I feel so lucky to inherit this rose (now a 3 meter long row of plants) from the first owners of the house. They built it in 1934 and moved almost 60 years later. The next owner didn't plant it. I thought people only planted odourless hybrid teas in the 1950's and onwards- but I am happy to be mistaken!...See MoreGallica Share 2020, Anyone?
Comments (120)I know I posted some gallica pics when this post was first formed, but I must have forgotten to press submit! I love looking at everyone's pictures! Especially Tricolor and Camaieux, two I am still trying to get. Bug they are all, so beautiful! My most favorite roses class along with the hybrid chinas, to me, they go together. I'll see if I have any pictures left on my phone...I got these. , but alas, I can only guess at the id...I wish I had a way to save them with names, cause my mind just can't remember. I can only tell you how much I love and enjoy them, and wish to aquire more! Lol...See MoreUser
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