Thomas Affleck Goblin Cottage While often described as thornless

While often described as thornless

Compact and rounded in form

dark green foliage provides a rich backdrop that enhances the luminous blooms

The dark green shrub is vigorous and not as open as in some varieties of Damasks

Thomas Affleck Goblin Cottage While often described as thornless1998 3 to 5 feet 'Thomas Affleck' was bred at our nursery and named in honor of a notable 19th century nurseryman who had a nursery just a few miles from ours. The intensely cerise pink, semi double blooms make a bold statement in the garden. It is a wonderful specimen for a mixed planting or large container and is useful near a walkway where its fragrance and thornless nature can be appreciated.