Antique Rose Emporium Penelope
Best resilient bloomer for gardeners seeking enduring beauty.
This Hybrid Musk rose offers a stunning display of pale pink flowers that mature to peachy cream, complemented by a strong, divine fragrance. Its dense habit and attractive hips make it a versatile choice for hedges or as a specimen, providing beauty from spring through winter. It's a fast-growing, repeat-blooming variety ideal for gardeners seeking both visual appeal and scent.
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Who it's for
- Gardeners desiring consistent floral displays from spring to frost
- Individuals seeking a classic, inviting rose aroma for their outdoor sanctuary
- Homeowners seeking a versatile, low-fuss rose for diverse garden applications
Who should skip it
- Families with young children or gardeners preferring thornless plant varieties
- Gardeners with limited space or small urban garden plots
- Gardeners preferring truly hands-off plants or those with minimal time
Performance breakdown
Fragrance potency
A powerful, divine scent that easily perfumes an entire garden space.
Bloom consistency
Reliable repeat flowering keeps the shrub colorful throughout the growing season.
Seasonal versatility
Offers year-round visual interest with flowers, foliage, and decorative winter hips.
Landscape adaptability
Dense habit makes it perfect for both structured hedging and specimens.
Climate resilience
Thrives across a broad range of zones from temperate to subtropical.
Maintenance ease
Requires standard well-drained soil and basic sun exposure to flourish.
Key Specs
Mature Height
5 feet
Mature Spread
5 feet
Flower Color
Pale pink, Peaches and cream
Bloom Season
Growing seasons
Plant Type
Rose
Plant Form
Shrub
Introduction Year
1924
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