Joanna Gilbert

Joanna Gilbert.  Smithers.  1992.  European suffruticosa.  Full double, very large (to 10 inches) light pink flowers.   Heavy blooming, but developing buds may be damaged during late freeze events that prevent consistent bloom.  Flower carriage is excellent and plants carry the large blooms to perfection.  Foliage is large and dark green. Plants are mounded in Wisconsin and remain on the short side.  A measured grower in cold climates.  No pollen is available; therefore, seed fertility is currently unknown.  Parentage is unknown. Ships in late September to mid-October.  AGE: Field-grown, 3+ year old graft or division from larger plants – our choice of available plant material upon harvest.