The only info found so far has been .... Flower large, full, globular, lasting, fragrant, delicate rose on lemon, deep at base, reflex edged 1/4inch with shell-pink on lemon, borne on stiff stem. Foliage leathery, glossy. Growth vigorous; profuse bloomer.The grandson of this great plant hunter is looking for a rose from
Dickson's (1920s) named for his grandmother:'Florinda Norman Thompson'
and would appreciate any information, photo, etc.
Please dig deep ladies and gentlemen . =)
I appreciate your time, and would love to find this rose.
How to Grow Roses Successfully Frank Mason 1983 P 2.50
Roses For New Zealand Conditions 2nd ed Frank Mason 1958 P 2.00
Here's the entry for 'Nancy Elizabeth' in "New Roses of the World
(1950):
'Nancy Elizabeth' Hybrid Tea. (Frank Mason, 1947). 'Korovo' x 'Florinda
Norman Thompson'. Large, long pointed bud. Large, high-centered, double
bloom borne several together. Cream. Moderate fragrance...
http://www.helpmefind.com/rose/ezine.php?i=B522&tab=1
Also a listing for Pat Mason comes up same year. Married ? 200 hundred roses in garden , only 10 or so listed in helpmefind under Pat Mason.
Frank Mason & Son Ltd.
Sandon Road
P.O. Box 155
Feilding, New Zealand
06-323-5226
I have found several pictures of Florinda Norman Thompson in her family geneology records, but no rose yet.
http://www.helpmefind.com/rose/l.php?i=U156&tab=8
Alex Sutton's info on Florinda Norman Thompson
How to Grow Roses Successfully Frank Mason 1983
Roses For New Zealand Conditions 2nd ed Frank Mason 1958
May help. Found at http://touchwoodbooks.co.nz/2h/tsecroses.html
Frank Mason also grew Little John. He is the only person who I have found that has owned the plant.
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