Moderato

The Moderato is an elegant and sophisticated ball variety, prized for its impeccably sculpted form and radiant, jewel-toned color. A "natural performer" in the garden symphony, it is celebrated for its orderly growth and luminous petals that appear to glow in direct sunlight—making it a top-tier choice for adding structure and a sense of luxury to borders and refined floral arrangements.

• Color: Raspberry-Pink / Mauve. Features rich, saturated raspberry tones that deepen significantly toward the center of the bloom. Some specialty growers describe the palette as a "lilac-bronze marvel," noting a sophisticated, multidimensional glow.
• Form: Ball (BA). Perfectly spherical and double, with neatly organized, blunt-tipped petals that create a dense, symmetrical honeycomb structure.
• Bloom Size: Small (M/BB). Blooms are consistently uniform and measure approximately 3 to 5 inches (8–12 cm) in diameter.
• Height: Medium. A sturdy and upright grower that reaches approximately 3 to 3.5 feet (80–100 cm) tall, maintaining a neat, compact habit that integrates well into the middle of the garden border.
• Performance: Elegant Garden Performer. Praised for its grace and "luxury" appearance, it is a reliable bloomer from mid-summer until the first frost. Its durable, ball-shaped structure makes it exceptionally long-lasting as a cut flower, holding its form beautifully in the vase.