Walking around downtown, you can't help but notice the fragrance at this time of year. A short investigation leads to roses, several kinds, in wide triangular beds at corners and other spots. A query to the City, in whose planters they reside, tells us that the are two hardy varieties: Charles Albanel (Rugosa) Medium Red, and George Vancouver (Complex) Medium Red.
Charles Albanel is a recurrent blooming rose (OK, I know that sounds funny), released by the Ottawa Research Station in 1982, according to the Bailey's Nursery. George Vancouver is also recurrent. They are both hardy ("4 out of 5" winters in St. Paul, MN.)
So, take a moment to smell the proverbial roses.
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