[2] It has semi-double (8–15 petals), medium-sized 2.5 in (64 mm) flowers and a flat, saucer-shaped bloom form.

[1] The plant has an arching, climbing growth habit and small, glossy, dark green foliage.

She moved to Canada in 1953, and was hired by the Canadian Department of Agriculture's research division in Ottawa, Ontario.

[4] With no prior knowledge of roses, Svejvda developed a successful rose-breeding program at the Central Experimental Farm (CEF) in Ottawa.

It is considered one of the hardiest and most vigorous of the Explorer Roses that Svejda developed to withstand the harsh Canadian winters and thrive in its short growing season.