Rosa 'Rhapsody in Blue' (Rose)

This is a shrub rose, with clusters of cupped, semi-double, deep dark purple blooms that fade to lavender. Striking yellow stamens. Spicy fragrance. Tall, upright growth habit. Plant in a sunny or lightly shaded position in well drained soil. Keep well watered in drier weather and avoid wetting foliage excessively: Apply fertiliser in early spring and early autumn. Prune hard in winter, removing old wood and remove old flowers as they die.