Swan Antike (also known as Cygne Antike) is an elegant white cut-rose bred in Japan by Imai Kiyoshi . It is prized for its refined, swan-like beauty, rich fragrance, and reliable repeat blooming. [1, 2, 3]
Key Characteristics
- Flower Type: Large, pure white to ivory blooms measuring roughly 8 to 12 cm in diameter.
- Form: Rounded to cupped rosette shape with short, delicate petals.
- Fragrance: Complex, rich, and layered scent featuring notes of lemongrass, lavender, fresh citrus (lemon and orange), and a myrrh base.
- Growth Habit: Compact, upright shrub or cut rose reaching about 1.2 meters (3 to 4 feet) in height.
- Blooming Cycle: Repeat-bloomer that flushes in regular cycles (roughly every 3 to 4 weeks).
- Climate Response: Performs best in cooler conditions where its full petaled form shines; in hot southern regions, the flowers may open with fewer petals. [1, 2, 3]
