3 Gallon David Austin Desdemona Rose

Scientific Name: Rosa 'Desdemona'

Plant Type: Shrub Rose (English Rose by David Austin)

Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade; performs best with at least 6 hours of sunlight per day

Water Requirements: Moderate; prefers well-drained, fertile soil with regular watering during dry periods

Mature Size:

• Height: 4-5 feet (1.2-1.5 meters)
• Width: 3-4 feet (0.9-1.2 meters)

USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9

Bloom Time: Re-bloomer; blooms repeatedly from late spring through fall

Country/Region of Origin: United Kingdom (bred by David Austin Roses)

Description of Noteworthy Features:

The Desdemona Rose is an exceptional David Austin English rose, known for its pure white, chalice-shaped blooms with a subtle hint of blush pink in the bud stage. The flowers are elegantly fragrant, exuding a strong Old Rose scent with a touch of almond. This rose forms a graceful, rounded shrub with upright growth and lush, dark green foliage. Its blooms are produced in flushes throughout the growing season, providing continuous interest and beauty. Desdemona is highly disease-resistant, making it a low-maintenance option for gardeners seeking elegance and charm. It is ideal for use in borders, as a specimen plant, or even in containers, adding a romantic and timeless feel to any garden.