It is its irresistible fragrance that makes this rose so enchanting. The large, dark carmine red flowers, very double, intertwine their petals in a charming jumble. They bloom from numerous rich buds. Very repeat-flowering, the plant requires only routine protection against disease. This old tea hybrid with shiny green foliage is always appealing.
The Queen of Italy, Marguerite of Savoy (1851-1926), had a taste for beauty and art. Passionate about mountaineering, she was the first woman to climb Monte Rosa, the second highest peak in the Alps. The name ‘Margherita’ also went down in history when, in 1889, a craftsman created the ‘Pizza Margherita’ in her honor. The pizza represents the three colors of the Italian flag: green, white, and red.