Precious Cosette Mae Verdu was just five years old when she sadly passed away on Good Friday, 2022.She spent over half her life in the Royal Children’s Hospital and despite many challenges, she was the bravest, most courageous warrioress and had the best sense of humour, touching everyone’s hearts.

Cosette had a rare life-limiting condition, requiring a bone marrow transplant at just 22 months old. Her medical needs increased over time. Cosette’s amazing specialists, therapists, nurses and organisations provided ongoing care and support. Her family will be forever grateful for their dedication and expertise.

Cosette enjoyed guacamole, meat pies, icy poles and salt and vinegar chips when she could eat. She loved spending time at home with her family, having adventures big and small, going to the park, cafes, music, cooking, crafts, barbies, games, winning bingo lingo, fun with Starlight Captains, meeting The Wiggles, and special experiences at three-year-old kinder.

She called herself Madam Hot Beans and loved the colour hot pink!

Your purchase of this rose is supporting Syndromes Without A Name (SWAN) Australia, with a $5 donation being made from the purchase of every rose.

They provide information, support, connection and advocacy to families caring for a child with an undiagnosed or a rare genetic condition. For more information about SWAN visit swanaus.org.au

This powerfully fragranced rose with large, deep violet pink flowers produces blooms both single and in cluster of three or more. It has glossy medium green foliage and excellent disease resistance. Growing up to 1m, this rose is perfect for garden beds and large pots.