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Rambling Rose "Rosa Chevy Chase"

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Picture of rambling Rose "Chevy Chase"

Rambling rose Chevy Chase was introduced in the USA in 1939. It has only recently been made available in the UK. Bred  by N.J.Hansen.


The key characteristics of "Chevy Chase" are shown below:

FLOWERS  

Colour Red to crimson

Type Double

Scent Medium strength

Frequency Once in late spring for 4 weeks

When Late spring for 4 weeks

   

BUSH  

Rose type Rambling

Leaves Light Green

Height 4.5m (15ft)

Spread 3m (10ft)

   

OTHER  

Hardiness UK Australia Fully hardy

USDA Zones Rosa Chevy Chase is hardy to zone 5a, -28.8� C (-20� F)

Awards Chevy Chase has been awarded the following:
None

Parentage r.soulieana x Ebloissant

Available from in UK Peter Beales

Available in USA from The Uncommon Rose

Available in Australia from Not available onlie


COMMENTS   Chevy Chase is a rambling rose with the most spectacular display of flowers in late spring to early summer.

The flowering lasts for a month or more and they retain the deep red colour.

Easy to grow, very vigorous and resistant to mildew.  

"Chevy Chase" rambling rose puicture 2

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