'The red rose whispers of passion

And the white rose breathes of love;

O, the red rose is a falcon,

And the white rose is a dove.'

-- John Boyle O'Reilly (1844 - 1890),

Irish-born American poet.

Velveteen

The Velveteen has a very unique petal shape
and texture.

 

It has very triangular petals and a rich, velvety texture.

This plant is three years old and produces this
display twice during the summer.

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