Brief summary
Modern Rose, shrub "Desmond Tutu", United Kingdom, introduced by Peter Beales Roses in 2009, Usually is red in color, cupped bloom shape, double petal count, has 1-3 buds per stem, continual rebloom, has light fragrance, the bush shape can be bushy, 120 cm in height, 90 cm in width, suitable for USDA zone 6 from -23°C and above, moderate resistance to rain, moderate resistance to black spot, moderate resistance to mildew.
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Rose with open, double blooms, dark purple to red, with sparse white striping. The centre of the bloom shows a purple tinge. Petals are wavy, scalloped. The fragrance is soft, musky. The foliage is semi-glossy, medium green. HMF.