Question: On my parents property are some of my great grandmother's roses called 7 sisters. Does anyone have any information/advice on these.
Hardiness Zone: 7b
Sarah from Chattanooga, TN
Answer: Sarah,
Lucky you! Here is what my research turned up on the "Seven Sisters" rose. Apparently it was quite popular in the mid 1800's and today there is quite a debate over what is considered the authentic version of the Seven Sisters rose. It originated in Asia (some sources say China, other Japan) and was brought to the United States via Europe in the early 1800s. It gets its name from the fact that when this fragrant, once-blooming rose flowers, its single clusters of small rose blossoms display "seven" different colors ranging from pale pink to mauve to red.
This rose is hardy to zones 5-9. It will tolerate poor soil and a bit of shade, but prefers a sunny, somewhat sheltered site and is somewhat susceptible to powdery mildew. In warmer climates Seven Sisters is a climbing rose. In cooler climates it tends to mound (10 feet wide and up to 15 feet high) and should be protected from the cold. These roses can be propagated from cuttings and are not widely available.
Hope this helps!
Ellen
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