Miniature rose plant named `WELqueen`

#The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of hardy, dwarf, bush type rose plant of the miniature class; the variety being primarily characterized -- as to novelty -- by buds and flowers of a uniform white color which generally are of exhibition (Hybrid Tea) form.

#The variety is further characterized by:

#An abundance of bloom, with flowers often borne singly and also several to the stem in loose clusters.

#The color photograph illustrates the variety, including the foliage, buds and flowers.

#Referring now specifically to the new and distinct variety of miniature rose plant, the following is a detailed description thereof in outline; all major color plate identifications being by reference to The Royal Horticultural Society Colour Chart, except where common terms of color definition are employed.

#Class: Miniature. Variety identification: WELqueen (Commerical synonym: Memphis Queen).

#Observations made from specimens grown in a garden environment at Brighton, Tenn. in April 1995 through October 1998.