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most recent 26 FEB 10 HIDE POSTS
 
Initial post 25 FEB 10 by AndreaGeorgia
Rose Listing Omission

Desmond Tutu

Desmond Tutu
Bred by Beales, 2009
see their website:
http://www.classicroses.co.uk/roses/d/desmond_tutu.html

(Modern Shrub Roses)
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larger view Open double blooms of dark magenta to red with white streaks. Scented. Mid green foliage.

Scent is like 'Musk' (public opinion)

Specifics
Year: 2009
Colour: Deep Pink Cerise
Height: 90cm To 1m 50cm
Size: 1.2 m x 1 m (4 ft x 3 ft)
Flowering period: Continuous flowering
Suitable for
suitable for growing in a pot or tub
can be grown as a small climber
tolerant of poorer soils
suitable for hedges
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Reply #2 of 1 posted 26 FEB 10 by Cass
This appears to be a second Desmond Tutu bred by Amanda Beales, varietal name Beafatty, a red blend. There's sure to be confusion with the Kordes rose.
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