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Violacea - Discontinued

We no longer sell Violacea however, our rose experts have hand-picked an alternative rose that has many similar characteristics. If you would prefer to speak to us please use our Live Chat button or visit our Contact Us page.

Violacea
Old Rose
Almost single blooms of rich magenta, the golden stamens contrasting beautifully with the petals. Long arching stems. This Old Rose looks outstanding in a mixed border. 1810.
  • Colour: Rich magenta
  • Flowering: Once Flowering
  • Bloom Size: Large
  • Family: Old Rose
  • Size: Large Shrub
  • Height: 5ft (150cm)
  • Width: 4ft (125cm)
  • Year of Introduction: 1810
  • Attracting Bees
  • Mixed Border
  • Shady Areas
  • North, East, South, West Facing
  • Full Sunlight
  • Partial Sunlight
  • All soil types
Violacea
Description
Almost single blooms of rich magenta, the golden stamens contrasting beautifully with the petals. Long arching stems. This Old Rose looks outstanding in a mixed border. 1810.
Characteristics
  • Colour: Rich magenta
  • Flowering: Once Flowering
  • Bloom Size: Large
  • Family: Old Rose
  • Size: Large Shrub
  • Height: 5ft (150cm)
  • Width: 4ft (125cm)
  • Year of Introduction: 1810
Location
  • Roses Ideal for Attracting BeesAttracting Bees
  • Mixed Border
  • Roses ideal for Shady AreasShady Areas
Growing conditions
  • North, East, South, West Facing
  • Full Sunlight
  • Roses ideal for Shady AreasPartial Sunlight
  • Roses Suitable for All Soil TypesAll soil types
How to plant a shrub rose
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