This rose is simply stunning---had a little bit of a slow start in a pot but then put out huge long canes, dark green foliage, & perhaps the most beautiful flowers I've ever seen. I left her in the pot to overwinter (Zone 8b), tucked up to a sheltered corner of the house---she tried to bloom in November but it got too cold---but there are still green leavesall over the canes despite several very frosty spells. I want more of these roses.

Sister Emmanuelle, a.k.a. Cathedral Bells is truly a treasure rose. She is extraordinarily beautiful and very very fragrant at the same time. She's such an awesome rose that I feel obligated to write a review about her. Her flower form is very much like a peony with very unique lilac pink color, which is more intense when the bloom just opens and gradually fades into a very lovely soft pink color that reminds me of the color of the famous Scepter'd Isle rose. Moreover, the plant has exceptional vigor, very disease-resistant. I just got her from Heirloom this June and it suffered numerous "accidents" but survived beautifully anyway. When she finally bloomed a couple of days ago, I couldn't believe how beautiful and fragrant her baby flower is --- the most graceful and lovely flower with a staying fragrance.

All the roses I've bought from Heirloom have been outstanding but this rose is STUNNING! With afternoon shade can handle the blistering 105 to 110 degree weather here in Central Texas Zone 8B and still bloom in flushes. Mid August another group if buds have formed, perfectly shaped, exquisitely colored (mine are more light pink), and strong sweet fragrance. Highly recommend!

What a wise choice to get Sister Emmanuelle! The description was exactly as I see it in my garden. Emmanuelle didn't have any difficulty making of Michigan its habitat. During our last harsh winter it came out of it as a winner. Bought it last year and it became quickly VERY dear to me, for it is a perfect rose in form, sturdiness, color(both foliage and blooms) and ultimately the fragrance. A personal note, if I may: can't stop admire its gorgeous appearance, take pictures of these perfect cupped blooms and enjoy its romantic perfume. Along with all of the above, grab a chair, a good book and forget yourself and the passing time in Sis. Emmanuelle's company. By all means, I recommend anyone should have this treat, please do! Rewarding indeed!