Senlistu Rose (Melody)
Overview:
Senlistu is a second-generation bud sport of the Yūzen rose, offering the same plant structure as its parent but with uniquely soft, ethereal light pink blooms that stand out in any garden.
Key Features:
• English Name: Senlistu
• Height: 100 cm
• Flower Type: Double-petaled
• Flower Color: Light pink
• Fragrance: Light
• Blooming Pattern: Repeats blooming throughout the seasons
• Flower Size: 7–10 cm in diameter
• Flowering Frequency: Prolific
• Disease Resistance: Strong
• Cold Tolerance: Moderate
• Heat Tolerance: Tolerant
• Origin: Japan
• Breeder: Keiji Kunieda
• Year of Cultivation: Unknown
Plant Characteristics:
Senlistu grows to a height of 80–120 cm, with glossy, attractive leaves. Its soft pink blooms, with a hint of orange-yellow at the center when they open, feature tightly packed petals, giving a compact, graceful form. It thrives in garden beds, containers, and as a cut flower.
Overall Appeal:
The gentle light pink color of Senlistu offers an enchanting, almost magical presence in gardens, much like varieties such as Shinshu, Swedish Queen, and Wickwood. With its neat, tightly formed blooms and high petal count, it bears a striking resemblance to Austin roses. It fits perfectly into any garden looking for a rose that combines beauty, fragrance, and resilience.
