Rose plant

Abstract

A new variety of rose plant of the hybrid Tea class, being a hardy outdoor tall bush seedling, particularly adapted for garden decoration. Medium large, well formed buds and blooms are borne mostly in clusters on long strong stems. Overall color effect is light lavender. Vigorous new growth clothed with large somewhat leathery foliage supports long blooming cycle through most of growing season.

I claim: 
     
       1. A new and distinct variety of rose plant of the hybrid Tea class, substantially as herein shown and described, being particularly characterized in the relatively uniform coloration of its light-lavender, well formed medium large blooms, which are borne mostly in clusters on long, strong stems and by a strong fragrance, a blend of citrus and tea, the plant being further characterized in its vigorous new growth and large leaves, bearing almost throughout the growing season.