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Kovsie Rose launched
2005-11-15
The Kovsie Rose was launched at the Main Campus of the University of the Free State (UFS) in Bloemfontein. The rose is cultivated by Ludwig's Roses and appears in the latest catalogue of this famous rose grower. About 1000 roses will be planted on the campus.
From the left are Ms Edma Pelzer, Director: Physical Resources and Special Projects, Ms Adelé de Swardt, Horticulturist of the UFS and Prof Frederick Fourie, Rector and Vice-Chancellor.