Small, scented, white flowers with creamy stamens. New foliage is deep purple or bronze-red, turning green as it matures.

Group:	Flammula group
Fragrant:	Yes
Approximate height:	1.5 - 2.0 metres
Flowering period(s):	Jun Jul Aug (Sep)
Aspect:	Sun or semi-shade
Pruning:	Hard prune (Group 3)
Parentage:	Selection from recta
Other name(s):	'Purpurea'; recta var purpurea; recta 'Rubens'
Further detail:  Flower diameter: 2cm Database entry: 29