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‘Tuscany’ Rose

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Item: 7924-A
stock details: 1–3' bare-root plants
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Rosa gallica

3×2' One of the oldest gallicas; has been in cultivation since the 14th century. Often referred to as the Old Velvet Rose.

Fragrant dark crimson double 2–3" flowers are blushed blackish purple surrounding prominent golden-yellow stamens. Truly the most velvety rose in our trials. We are endlessly beguiled by it. 

This is the original Tuscany rose, which has fewer petals than its more commonly seen sport Tuscany Superba. Foliage is medium-green with a grey wash. Displays its strikingly dark aromatic flowers once each summer, starting in mid-June and lasting into early July. Plant it nearby where it can be closely admired. 

Thin-stemmed and slightly arching on a medium-sized form. We like the look and mutual support achieved by planting a few together about 18” apart near later blooming perennials that will fill in after the rose blossoms fade. Adaptable and needs little maintenance but deadheading will improve appearance and encourage buds. Zone 4.

Grown using organic methods—not treated with synthetic fertilizers or chemical sprays. Hardy to Zone 4.
ships in spring
Quick Details
Bloom Color
blackish purple
Hardy to Zone
4
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Additional Information

Small Trees and Shrubs

As Green’s Nursery catalog from 1904 explains, “There are many trees that by pruning can be made to resemble shrubs, and many shrubs that by different pruning may be made to produce medium-sized trees.”

Roses Rosa spp.

Leaves, petals, hips and roots all have medicinal properties. Rose hips (fruits) are rich in vitamin C and make a wonderful “rose apple” jam; rose-petal elixir calms the nerves and lifts the spirit.

Each year, we aim to offer a diverse selection of unusual and antique varieties. Unlike hybrid tea roses, these roses are all vigorous, cold hardy and on their own roots. The antique varieties grow slowly compared to newer hybrids and tend to be more difficult to propagate. You may notice when you receive your order that some of these roses have small root systems and little top growth. Don’t be alarmed by this—it’s just the nature of these old varieties. We can attest that they perform just as well as the others. If roots are tangled, cut them back to 6" or so and spread them out in the planting hole.

Roses are native to temperate regions throughout the world.

Growing Roses

  • Soil: Well-drained soil with a good amount of organic matter.
  • Sun: Full sun, but some will tolerate part shade. Pick a site with good air flow, but avoid sites with cold northwest winds.
  • Spacing: 4–6' apart.
    • Sun: Full sun, but some will tolerate part shade. Pick a site with good air flow, but avoid sites with cold northwest winds.
  • Planting: Plant as early as soil can be worked. The roots of roses don’t spread beyond the original hole, so dig a bushel-sized hole, as deep as 2' or more. Mix soil with liberal quantities of well-rotted manure and compost. Add a coffee-can of rock phosphate or bone meal.
    • Prior to planting, prune plants back to 3–5 of the best canes.
    • Keep roses well mulched to retain moisture and reduce weeds. Add 2 shovelfuls of compost to each crown annually in late fall.
  • Pruning: Other than clipping out any dead wood, shrub roses and climbers require little pruning.

Shipping

Items from our perennial plants warehouse ship from early March through mid-to-late May, weather depending, beginning with warmer USDA zones.