Rosa ‘Ispahan’ is one of the oldest known Damask roses, cherished for its abundant, fragrant blooms and historical significance. Named after the ancient city of Isfahan in Iran, this rose epitomizes the elegance and beauty of old garden roses.

Jan 24, 2025 · The Ispahan Rose is a visual delight, boasting stunning pink blooms that can transform any garden into a vibrant oasis. Its beauty not only enhances your outdoor space but also serves as a focal point that draws the eye.

Noted by Antique Rose Emporium: "Also known as Rose d'Ispahan or Pompon des Princes, this paragon amongst Damask roses has been seen growing wild on the hills of Iran, especially between Shiraz and the old caravan trading center of Ispahan.

The Ispahan rose, named after the historic city of Isfahan in central Iran, is a true masterpiece of the botanical world. Revered for its breathtaking fragrance, delicate pink blooms, and cultural connections, this Damask rose captivates gardeners, historians, and rose enthusiasts alike.

Rosa ‘Ispahan’ is a timeless Damask rose renowned for its soft pink, highly fragrant blooms. Believed to have Persian origins, this heirloom variety produces clusters of double flowers, lasting up to six weeks in late spring and early summer.

Sep 21, 2016 · ‘Ispahan’ is a hardy damask rose producing cupped, double, scented, clear pink flowers with abundant gray-green leaves. Also sold in plant nurseries as Pompon des Princes or ‘Rose d’Isfahan rose.

Rosa 'Ispahan', also known as 'Rose d'Ispahan' and 'Pompon des Princes', is a clear pink, half-open kind of Damask rose, a type of garden rose introduced from the Middle East to Europe during the crusading 13th century.

Jan 15, 2014 · I had the great fortune of making this rose's acquaintance last June at the Rose and Fragrance garden. 'Ispahan', a Damask from sometime prior to 1832 (breeder unknown) is so beautiful I actually gasped when I saw it. This is one of …

Ranked by the Montreal Botanical Garden as one of the most disease-resistant roses, Ispahan generously produces exquisite 2.5", large, double blooms of lovely pink with 17-25 petals per flower. She is one of the first Old Garden Roses to bloom, …