MOSS ROSES
It is difficult to understand why moss ros'es, which arc so nearly related to the Provence roses, are so seldom grown now. The old common moss was once a universal favourite and its scent is delicious. During the middle years of tho 19th century over 60 varieties were grown. Tho crested moss is said to have originated in a convent near Berne. In France it tised to be called Chapeau de Napoleon.
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New Zealand Herald, Volume LXXI, Issue 21698, 13 January 1934, Page 6 (Supplement)
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74MOSS ROSES New Zealand Herald, Volume LXXI, Issue 21698, 13 January 1934, Page 6 (Supplement)
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