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Prospero English Rose: An Austin Classic from 1982

Prospero English Rose

Prospero is an English rose bred by David Austin and introduced in 1982. Also known as AUSpero, this cultivar embodies the Austin style with its cupped, old-fashioned blooms and a strong, classic rose fragrance. It remains a favorite among English rose enthusiasts.

Plant Details

Family:	Rosaceae (ro-ZAY-see-ee)
Genus:	Rosa (RO-zuh)
Cultivar:	Prospero
Additional Info:	aka AUSpero
Hybridized by:	Austin
Registered/Introduced:	1982

Details of the Rose: Rosa 'Tamora' – Elegant Apricot English Rose; Rosa 'Heritage' – Beloved Blush English Rose; Rosa 'Mary Rose' – Classic Pink English Rose; English Rose 'Othello' (AUSlo): Cultivar Profile; 'Molineux' English (Austin) Rose: Cultivar Profile and Images; 'Evelyn' English (Austin) Rose: Cultivar Profile and Images; 'Lilian Austin' English (Austin) Rose: Cultivar Profile and Images; English Rose 'Sophy's Rose': Austin's Delicate Namesake; English Rose 'Charlotte': Austin's 1994 Festival Rose; English Rose 'Tradescant': Austin's Deep Crimson Beauty

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