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If you're searching for a rose that blends breathtaking beauty, captivating fragrance, and centuries of history, you have found it in the Autumn Damask Rose. This remarkable variety, part of the Jackson & Perkins Old Garden Rose Collection is a piece of living history that has been treasured for generations.
Picture a shrub bursting with semi-double to double, deep pink blooms, each of its 25 petals ruffled like a delicate piece of lace. These 3-inch flowers are powerfully aromatic and will fill your garden with the famously sweet, rich fragrance that Damask roses are celebrated for. Because of that signature scent, Autumn Damask has been used for making perfumes and beauty products for centuries. And now, once again through the Jackson & Perkins Old Garden Roses Collection, you can enjoy it every season in your own backyard.
Beyond its beauty, it has the atypical ability among Old Garden Roses to bloom more than once a year. You'll get a heavy flush of blooms in spring, followed by a lighter encore later in the season. Its medium grey-green foliage provides a lovely contrast to the bright clusters of pink flowers, creating an elegant, textured backdrop.
So, whether you're clipping flowers for a fragrant bouquet or reslishing the beauty in the garden, this rose delivers a historically renowned sensory experience.
While the Autumn Damask rose may look delicate, it's tough as nails. This cold-hardy shrub flourishes in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 through 9, shrugging off chilly winters and bouncing back strongly each spring. Its sturdy, upright growth habit reaches about 5 feet tall and 4 feet wide, so it's a versatile choice for your garden. Use it in borders, foundation plantings, or as the centerpiece of a classic rose garden—it's beautifully at home in formal or naturalistic landscapes.
This rose prospers even in challenging climates. Its hardiness makes it perfect for gardeners who want beauty without much maintenance.
Grow the Autumn Damask and plant a piece of history. This rose dates back to ancient times, with mentions as early as the Roman Empire when it was celebrated as the "Four Seasons Rose of Paestum." Imagine having a rose in your yard that has graced the gardens of emperors and poets. It's a connection to thousands of years of tradition.
Botanical research suggests the Autumn Damask is a hybrid of several species. This unique lineage explains its remarkable ability to bloom more than once which is not always the blooming habit of Old European roses.
Its historical significance was revitalized in 1959 by famed rosarian Graham S. Thomas who reintroduced it to modern rose growers, ensuring its legacy would continue to inspire for decades to come.
This resilient rose is easy to care for but here are a few tips to keep it thriving:
Looking for more tips? Consult Jackson & Perkins' detailed rose care articles and rose care videos to help your Autumn Damask reach its full potential. Learn more about the Library of Roses and Rose Collection on our blog.
Autumn Damask has a story that's waiting to be told in your garden. From its fragrant blooms to its historical roots, this rose embodies everything that makes roses special. Start your spring garden journey with this exceptional rose and experience the romance of growing a treasure that has stood the test of time. Autumn Damask will enchant your garden for seasons to come.
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