Our Three Top Picks for Colour & Fragrance
Roald Dahl (Ausowlish)
Inspired by the whimsical world of Roald Dahl's stories, the Roald Dahl rose brings a touch of literary magic to your garden. With vibrant apricot blooms reminiscent of James and the Giant Peach, this hardy English shrub rose adapts seamlessly to various Australian landscapes. Whether your garden basks in full sunlight or enjoys partial shade, the Roald Dahl rose will reward you with medium-sized, repeat-flowering blooms and delightful tea fragrance.
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The Roald Dahl rose is perfectly suited to a walkway or the front of a bed due to its compact and shrubby habit with very few thorns.
Vanessa Bell (Auseasel)
Embrace the warmth of sunshine with Vanessa Bell, a cheerful yet delicate rose ideal for any garden seeking a touch of English charm. Named after the renowned British painter and designer, this rose enchants with its upright habit and pale-yellow petals, tinged with hints of pink and white. Whether your garden enjoys coastal breezes or cool landscapes, Vanessa Bell spreads joy with its medium-strong tea fragrance and abundant blooms.
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For a striking visual contrast, plant Vanessa Bell roses alongside deep purple or blue companion plants like agapanthus or petunias.
Desdemona (Auskindling)
Desdemona brings timeless elegance to Australian gardens with its beautiful, chalice-shaped, white blooms that last all summer. The iridescent flowers emerge from delightful peachy pink buds and spread a lovely Old Rose fragrance with hints of almond, cucumber, and lemon zest, perfect for brightening your outdoor living spaces. Desdemona loves basking in the sunlight and needs plenty of water to grow lush and healthy. It's great to pair with Mini agapanthus, Lamb's Ears, and even Strawberries, and you can add Oregano and lavender to naturally control pests, making it a versatile and delightful addition to any garden
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Create a stunning focal point by planting Desdemona roses in a row along a garden path or in a circular bed surrounded by grasses or lavender.
These top picks offer a delightful blend of colour, fragrance, and charm for your Australian garden. Whether planted together individually or in groups or three for a striking effect, these varieties complement each other perfectly in terms of size and colour, bringing joy and a touch of elegance to your outdoor space.