Provence rose
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Provence rose
First recorded in 1570–80
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She specially loved roses, and therefore she possessed the most beautiful varieties of this flower, from the wild hedge-rose, with its apple-scented leaves, to the splendid Provence rose.
From Fairy Tales of Hans Christian Andersen by H. C. (Hans Christian) Andersen
It was a rugged, rocky coast, but the hills of sunny Provence rose beyond.
From Views a-foot by Bayard Taylor
Although the damask rose is recommended by Dr. Woodville, yet, having grown this article for sale, I find that the preference is always given to the Provence rose by those who distil them.
From The Botanist's Companion, Volume II by William Salisbury
The glory of this rich red "Provence rose" is in dispute between Provence and Provins, the ancient capital of La Brie; but the weight of the argument appears to favour the former.
From The Cathedrals of Southern France by M. F. (Milburg Francisco) Mansfield
The Provence rose of history and old gardens, supposed to have been known to Pliny.
From The Garden, You, and I by Mabel Osgood Wright
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