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Mutabilis

China

Introduced prior to 1894

Earth Kind™ Rose

Also called The Butterfly Rose.

This is a fine specimen plant. Flowers open sulfur yellow, changing to orange, then rich pink and finally crimson. All colors often are displayed at the same time, as if multi-colored butterflies settled on the bush.

Extremely tolerant of Black-Spot and Powdery Mildew when grown in full sun and given good air circulation.

RIR Score: 8.9 Back to Antique Roses
Height/Width: 4 to 6-feet / 4 to 6-feet  
Bud Form: Not stated  
Bloom Size: Large, single petaled  
Petal Count: 5  
Stem Length: Medium  
Foliage: Medium green  
Fragrance: None  
Suggested Usage: Hedge  
  Specimen shrub