Description

An elegant David Austin rose with beautifully cupped, soft white blooms and a strong, classic fragrance. ‘Desdemona’ brings a romantic, timeless feel to South London gardens and works beautifully with lavender, nepeta and salvia for a soft, layered planting scheme.

Plants supplied in a 6LTR growers pot, decorative pot not included.

Key Features & Care:

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  Mature Height: 1–1.2m (can be kept lower with pruning)


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  Mature Spread: 1–1.2m


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  Flower Colour: Soft white with blush pink buds


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  Flowering Period: Late spring to autumn (repeat flowering)


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  Foliage: Deciduous, fresh green foliage


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  Fragrant: Yes – strong, classic rose fragrance with myrrh notes


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  Growth Rate: Moderate


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  Hardiness: Hardy in most UK gardens


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  Position: Full sun to partial shade


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  Soil Moisture: Moist but well-drained


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  Soil PH: Acid, neutral


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  Soil Type: Clay, loam, sand


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  Wildlife Friendly: Attracts bees and pollinators

Perfect For:

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  Coastal and urban gardens


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  Cottage-style borders


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  Fragrant planting schemes


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  Mixed planting with perennials and grasses

How to Grow:

Plant in a sunny, sheltered spot with well-drained soil and feed regularly during the growing season. Deadhead to encourage repeat flowering and prune in late winter to maintain a healthy, balanced shape.

Please note:

Images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may look different.