Rosa ‘Killarney’ (HT)
Description:
Bred by Alexander Dickson, Hawlmark, Newtownards, Northern Ireland (1857-1949) who began producing roses at the nursery established by his father in 1879. From a cross between ‘Mrs W.J. Grant’ × ‘Charles J Grahame’. Large double and semi double blooms of seashell pink with light pink shading and white undertones. Has a moderate fragrance and blooms throughout the year. Can be susceptible to mildew.
Threat Status:
Threatened In Cultivation
As assessed by the Plant Heritage Threatened Plants Programme. For more details see www.plantheritage.org.uk/conservation/threatened-plants/
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