Check the Hardiness Zone Map . Damask and Portland Roses D amask roses are a very old class of rose that were supposedly grown by the Persians and later brought to Europe during the time of the Crusades. They are believed to be related to the Gallica roses.
Damasks are once-blooming with extremely fragrant blossoms, for which they are most often noted.
They have healthy foliage, and are generally quite winter hardy. In Zone 4 canes may have minimal dieback during the winter or may dieback to the snowline, depending on the severity of the winter. However, even with -40 degree winters in our gardens, the Damask roses that we offer below always grow back and bloom well for us. This is a very old rose, originating in Italy. Blossoms appear in profusion in early summer and then repeat sporadically throughout the summer.