Sorry, stanofh. I know you like it, but that poor, poor rose! Notice how many stakes and ties are required for it to not flee the horrific lollipop haircut?

Well,they might have over did that..or at the least, fail to know that a single good strong rebar driven deep and the use of invisible mono line- both very cheap to buy- would hold that up. Otherwise, I like the look.

It looks like it might be a standard (tree shape) Brilliant Pink Iceberg.

And yes, that "flying buttress' is a bit much ! lol

Another vote for Brilliant Pink Iceberg. I too got a good chuckle seeing the contraption - it looks like they are holding down a hot air balloon !

Yep, stanofh, I haven't had to worry about my 7'+ standard Iceberg snapping in two in our gusty winds - it is strapped to rebar. Need to get some of that invisible mono line you mention - I have been using the ugly bright green tape which I have to change out at least twice a year.

And, thanks for sharing. It really is a lovely specimen.

Jo

LOL..Jo,perfect! I could see somebody making the lower part a minil hot air balloon olden days wicker basket-with mini sandbag weights. What a garden decoration that would be.