MOUNT HOPE NURSERIES 
THE VIOLET BLUE ROSE 
THE VIOLET BLUE RAMBLER 
Veilchenblan ( Violet Blue). The new rambler, “ Veilchenblau ” 
(Violet Blue), which is hailed by the German rose growers as 
the forerunner of a genuinely cornflower blue rose, is a seedling 
of Crimson Rambler. The blossoms, massed in large umbels, are 
semi-double, of medium size. The color on first unfolding, is 
either reddish pink or purplish pink, then turns amethyst, and 
finally steel blue as the flower fades. The general color impres¬ 
sion is that of the March violet. The yellow stamens appear in 
sharp contrast to the blue petals. The plant is vigorous in 
growth, with shining green foliage and few but sharp thorns. 
So far it has not suffered from mildew, and is considered one of 
the most hardy ramblers. There is now no question concerning 
the merit of this unique novelty. We had it in bloom on our 
grounds this summer and the great masses of violet blue flowers 
produced a wonderful effect. 50c. 
