Book  (2002)  Includes photo(s).
 
p71 Maureen Ross. Ross Roses – One Hundred years 1902 to 2002. ....It is fitting that in 2002 our Centenary rose will be named ‘Deane Ross’ a highly fragrant, very double ruffled bloom in rich mauve-pink. It is, of course, an Australian bred rose donated by George Thomson.

p72 Picture. ‘Deane Ross’™ (TOMboss).

p143 Maureen Ross. New Release Roses for 2002 from Ross Roses. ‘Deane Ross’™ (TOMboss). This is our very own. A delightful rose specially chosen to celebrate the Centenary of Ross Roses family business and also in remembrance of Deane, a friend to many rose lovers. A striking rose of rich, mauve-pink, the large ruffled blooms feature the strongest rose fragrance. Very free flowering and hardy, on a moderate bush 1.2 metres. Bred by George Thomson, and the newest addition to the 'Australian TRUE BLUE Collection', this rose is highly recommended. Plant Patent Pending.

Website/Catalog  (2002)  Includes photo(s).
 
p23 Picture. ‘Deane Ross’. (TOMboss). New 2002. Ross Roses celebrate their Centenary with this stunning rose named for the late Deane Ross, a reknown rose authority and friend to all rose lovers. Of a true damask rose fragrance, the rich mauve-pink blooms are lightly ruffled and fluted like an old fashioned rose. Of interesting colour blends this rose has an attraction which is instantly appealing. Continual flowering for eight months of the year on a neat bush, this rose is a welcome addition to the Australian TRUE BLUE Collection’. Donated by George Thomson to celebrate Ross Roses Centenary. Plant Patent pending.

p60 ‘Deane Ross’ (TOMboss). New 2002. Of a true damask rose fragrance, the rich mauve-pink blooms are lightly ruffled and fluted in an old fashioned manner. Constantly flowering for eight months of the year, this rose will blend superbly in both modern and older gardens. Subtle yet spectactular, the interesting colours appeal to all. This rose bears the best of both its parents ‘Onkaparinga’ and ‘Gertrude Jekyll’, but is of a neater bush habit of growth. Joining the ‘Australian TRUE BLUE Collection’. Donated by George Thomson for Ross Roses Centenary. Plant Patent Pending.