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Lavender Delight, bred by Ralph Moore, California 1993.

This soft violet colored miniature resulted from a cross of 'Orangeade' X 'Cherry Magic'. (a bright orange floribunda rose crossed with a deep red miniature.)

While mauve is not my favorite color, I have an appreciation for this tidy little rose, as it seems to grow and bloom without pausing for a single moment! The semi-double blooms are about 1.5 inches across, and open flat to show yellow stamens to good effect. The color holds very well, and it is a good candidate for either the garden or patio pots.

Disease resistance seems to be very good, and it is a very vigorous, but compact and shrubby rose.

ARS merit rating: none assigned
Personal merit rating: 7.5
Hardiness: Likely USDA zones 6 to 10, zone 5 in a protected location.
Shrub size: 12" to 18" tall.
Fragrance: 1.5, mild scent.

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