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    Desdemona®

    (Auskindling) English Standard Tree Rose Bred By David Austin
      • Delivered without foliage or soil
      • Arrives in plastic-free packaging
      • Traditionally, Planted in dormancy in the winter months (October-April)
      • Planting bare roots in the winter allows their roots to establish and produce bountiful blooms by the next flowering season
      • Cost-effective, particularly when planted on mass.
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        • Established root ball
        • Arrives in our signature recyclable pot
        • Planting advised as soon as possible depending on weather conditions
        • Includes generous soil and controlled-release rose food
        • Perfect for gifting
        • Adds instant blooms when planted in summer
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          • £3.95
          Description
          Peachy pink buds open to beautiful, white, chalice-shaped blooms, with a pinkish hue at the earliest stage of flowering. The incurved petals create an arresting interplay of light and shadow. The strong Old Rose fragrance has hints of almond blossom, cucumber and lemon zest. It forms a neat, rounded, bushy head of growth. David Austin, 2015.
          Characteristics
          • Colour: White
          • Flowering: Repeat Flowering
          • Fragrance: Strong,Old Rose
          • Bloom Size: Medium
          • Family: English Standard Tree Rose
          • Size: Standard Tree
          • Height: 6ft (180cm)
          • Breeder: David Austin
          • Year of Introduction: 2015
          Growing conditions
          • East, South, West Facing
          • Full Sunlight
          • Roses Suitable for All Soil TypesAll soil types
          Behind the name
          Desdemona is the tragic heroine of William Shakespeare’s Othello.
          How to plant
          Frequently asked questions

          Need more help? for individual help or advice, we encourage you to contact our friendly, knowledgeable team on 01902 376300.

          Bare root roses are dormant plants and can be planted November and April.

          Potted roses are available all year round and can be planted at any time of the year.

          Aside from extreme weather, roses can be planted at any time during the year. The extreme weather conditions that we advise against planting in are when the ground is frozen, water-logged or during a drought.

          We take every care to breed, grow and deliver the best roses. If a rose fails to grow or arrives damaged, we will replace it free of charge. The 5 year guarantee applies to roses purchased
          directly from David Austin. If you would like to request a replacement or refund of a rose within the 5 year guarantee period, please complete our Returns form.

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          Email us help@davidaustinroses.co.uk

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