

The Desdemona bareroot rose is a refined English shrub rose bred by David Austin Roses, admired for its elegant, pure white blooms that open from soft blush-pink buds. The flowers form beautifully cupped rosettes that gradually unfurl into full, luminous blooms, creating a graceful and timeless presence in the garden.
This variety forms a healthy, well-shaped shrub with strong repeat flowering performance, producing waves of blooms from late spring through autumn when well established. Its tidy growth habit makes it ideal for mixed borders, cottage gardens, or as a standout white accent in planting schemes.
Fragrance: Yes — strongly fragrant, with a classic old rose scent layered with hints of almond, lemon zest, and soft herbal notes.
Bareroot note: Supplied bareroot during dormancy to ensure strong root establishment, vigorous spring growth, and long-term garden reliability.
We offer a wide variety of roses, including climbing, heritage, and modern roses. Each rose is carefully selected to thrive in Australian conditions.
We carefully package and ship our roses Australia-wide. Delivery times vary depending on location, but most orders arrive within 2–7 business days. You will receive tracking updates once your order is dispatched.
Upon arrival, soak the roots in water for a few hours before planting. Choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil, and water regularly. We provide a detailed care guide with every purchase to help your roses flourish. Also, you can visit our Rose Care page to get updated with the latest tips.
Yes, we take pride in providing healthy, high-quality roses. If you receive a plant that does not meet your expectations, contact us within 48 hours, and we will gladly assist with a replacement or solution.
Please send us a message here Contact Us and we will edit your order details provided your roses have not shipped yet.
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