Shrub rose plant named `George Vancouver`

Abstract

A new and distinct variety of shrub rose plant is provided which forms in clusters attractive medium red blossoms that tend to lighten somewhat when fully open. The new variety exhibits an upright growth habit with glossy foliage, and good winter hardiness. Resistance to powdery mildew and blackspot has been observed. The new variety propagates well by the use of softwood stem cuttings, and is well adapted for growing as colorful ornamentation in the landscape.

We claim: 
     
       1. A new and distinct variety of shrub rose plant characterized by the following combination of characteristics: (a) exhibits an upright growth habit with attractive dark green glossy foliage,   (b) forms in clusters attractive medium-red blossoms that tend to lighten when fully open,   (c) propagates well by the use of softwood cuttings,   (d) exhibits a good winter hardiness, and   (e) is particularly well suited for growing as ornamentation in the landscape; substantially as herein shown and described.