Desdemona

Looking for a stunningly fragrant rose to add to your garden? Look no further than Desdemona! Bred by David C. H. Austin and introduced in the United Kingdom in 2015, this English Rose Collection shrub has quickly gained popularity worldwide, with excellent ratings from satisfied gardeners. In fact, its average rating is excellent!

Desdemona boasts a lovely combination of white and light apricot shading, which ages to a delicate blush. The pink buds and white blooms have a cupped shape with an average diameter of 3.5 inches and up to 52 petals. The fragrance is truly captivating, with strong notes of anise, apricot or peach, damask, fruity, honey, and raspberry.

This rose blooms in flushes throughout the season, producing large, very full (41+ petals) flowers in small clusters. The pointed, ovoid buds add interest to the plant even when not in bloom. The medium-sized, upright plant reaches a height of up to 4 feet and a width of up to 3 feet, with glossy, dark green, leathery foliage consisting of 3 to 5 leaflets.

Desdemona was introduced in Australia by Treloar Roses in 2020 and in South Africa by Ludwig's Roses in 2021, making it a popular choice for gardeners around the world. Add this fragrant beauty to your garden today and enjoy its stunning blooms and delightful fragrance!