This wonderful old-time classic rose is a joy to behold. It does well in shade and gives a "wild" look to any yard, woodland edge, or estate. Wonderful old classic, a very fragrant rose is a must-have for any collector. HELPMEFIND.COM (the premier rose site) says of this classic rose: Mauve or mauve blend Hybrid Musk. Registration name: Lavender Lassie (Hybrid Musk, Kordes, 1960) Bred by Reimer Kordes (1922-1997) (Germany, before 1956). Hybrid Musk, Lambertiana, Shrub. Mauve or purple blend. Flowers lilac-pink. Strong fragrance. Average diameter 3". Medium to large, double (17-25 petals), borne mostly solitary, cluster-flowered, in large clusters, flat bloom form. Blooms in flushes throughout the season. Tall. Height: 5' to 12' (150 to 365cm). Width: 4' (120cm). USDA zone 6b through 10b. Can be used for cut flowers, garden, or landscape. Very vigorous. Shade tolerant. Disease susceptibility: disease resistant. Triploid Hamburg Madame Norbert Levavasseur Meg Peterson says this rose will do well in a partially shaded location.