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Bonica '82, bred by Francis Meilland, France 1982.

In the book, "The Quest For The Rose" by Roger Phillips and Martyn Rix, Bonica was praised as being "the most free-flowering, best repeating rose we have seen in our travels." I have often seen it used in city plantings, to great effect. Disease free and everblooming, it is truly a winner. This is the sort fof rose to recommend to people who say they can't grow roses.

Sorry....I have no photo to offer yet.

ARS merit rating: 8.5
Personal merit rating: 8.5
Hardiness: Likely USDA zones 6 to 9, zone 5 in a protected location.
Shrub size: 3 to 5 feet tall.
Fragrance: 0.5 virtually no fragrance.

Original photographs and site content © Paul Barden 1996-2006