The damask variety, valued for its sweet scent, is responsible for the country’s renowned rose water. The cousins Abdulah Mohamed al-Riami and Hilal Salim al-Riami (right) and Nawaf al-Wahaibi ...
This is mainly due to rose breeders attempting to grow larger, more colorful flowers that have a longer shelf life or are resistant to disease. To achieve these ends, a strong fragrance profile ...
Each year, the show seeks public input for two contests: the most fragrant rose and an art contest. Roses are submitted by local growers, and judges come from across the Northstate to assess them.