Roger’s Salute
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Roger’s Salute
Originator
Roger Anderson / Swenson Gardens
Group
Herbaceous Hybrid
Date
2024
Country
USA, MN
Seedling number: RAHS 10. Parentage unknown. First bloomed 2015, first propagated 2015. Midseason blooming SINGLE flowers are raspberry colored, are 14 cm (5.5”) in diameter, upward facing, and average one per stem. Guard petals are ruffled, rounded, notched, and are typically 4.5 cm (1.75”) in width. Fragrant. Carpels are two in number, moderately hairy, and carry pink stigmas of normal anatomy. Stamens are less than 1.25 cm (0.5”) in length, with pink filaments that transition to yellow at the tips. Produces pollen, and occasionally seeds. Disk is complete, and white in color. Leaflets are broad-pointed, and green in color. Plants reach 66 cm (26”) at maturity. Growth habit is upright; mechanical support is unnecessary.