Dark Desire
Hybrid Tea Rose

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(Kordiagraf) - Part of the new Parfuma® Collection by Kordes.

This beautiful, sensuous rose is everything you could want in a Hybrid Tea. From buds that are almost black, the cupped flowers emerge with a unique violet-red, before maturing into blooms that display a spectrum of colour from red to violet purple, to even darker hues. The sophisticated, sensual fragrance of floral and fruity aspects enhance this very desirable rose. The glossy green foliage has exceptional disease resistance, proven by its prestigious ADR award in 2014 and Bronze Medal and Most Fragrant Rose award at the Adelaide National Rose Trials in 2016. Neat bushy habit to 1.2m tall.

Fragrance

The floral and fruity aspects of the fragrance resonate in total harmony. The classic notes of rose are enhanced with a touch of lemon and a base note of rose geranium. Litchi gives a bright lively note. Also present are the scents of elder flower, peach and plum. The scents rest on a sweet bed of honey and earth tones.

Peak Fragrance: At noon and in the evenings.

Plant Information
Category	Bush Rose
Breeder	Kordes' Roses
Kordes' Collections	Parfuma® Collection
Awards	Bronze Medal and Most Fragrant Rose on Trial at the National Rose Trial Garden Awards of Australia
Features & Growth Habit
Flowering	Repeat
Treloar's Health Rating	5 Star Health Rating
Growth Height (approximate only)	1.2m
Flower Colour	Red / Purple
Flower Size	Large
Fragrance	Strong
Rose Type	Hybrid Tea Rose
Ideal For
Hot & Dry Climates	Yes
Tropical Climates	Yes
Other
Disclaimer	Every care is taken to provide accurate descriptions and information on each variety. Please note that characteristics will vary depending on the growing conditions. The information provided below may not be completely accurate for your climate or growing conditions.

The colour images and descriptions are to be used as a guide only. Every care is taken to accurately describe growth habits and reproduce the correct colour in images. However, other factors such as Australia's varied climatic conditions, seasons and soil type can affect blooming and rose growth.