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    A Shropshire Lad

    (Ausled) English Climbing Rose Bred By David Austin
      • Delivered without foliage or soil
      • Arrives in plastic-free packaging
      • Traditionally, Planted in dormancy in the winter months (October-April)
      • Planting bare roots in the winter allows their roots to establish and produce bountiful blooms by the next flowering season
      • Cost-effective, particularly when planted on mass.
      Description
      Large, perfectly formed, slightly cupped, light peach-pink rosettes, with a lovely fruity Tea fragrance. A vigorous climber with plentiful large, dark green leaves. David?Austin, 1996.
      Characteristics
      • Colour: Light peach-pink
      • Flowering: Repeat Flowering
      • Fragrance: Medium,Fruity/Tea
      • Bloom Size: Large
      • Family: English Climbing Rose
      • Size: Short Climber
      • Height: 3m
      • Breeder: David Austin
      • Year of Introduction: 1996
      Location
      • 10ft Wall or Fence
      • 6ft Wall or Fence
      • Doorway
      • Obelisk or Pillar
      • Standard Arch
      Growing conditions
      • East, South, West Facing
      • Full Sunlight
      • All soil types
      Behind the name
      The name is taken from A. E. Housman’s cycle of poems about Shropshire, published in 1896, where our rose gardens and nursery are situated. A. E. Housman’s ashes are buried near St. Laurence's Church in Ludlow, Shropshire. David C. H. Austin, born in Shropshire, is himself a Shropshire lad.
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        Frequently asked questions

        Need more help? for individual help or advice, we encourage you to contact our friendly, knowledgeable team on 01902 376300.

        Bare root roses are dormant plants and can be planted November and April.

        Potted roses are available all year round and can be planted at any time of the year.

        Aside from extreme weather, roses can be planted at any time during the year. The extreme weather conditions that we advise against planting in are when the ground is frozen, water-logged or during a drought.

        We take every care to breed, grow and deliver the best roses. If a rose fails to grow or arrives damaged, we will replace it free of charge. That’s the David Austin promise. If you would like to request a replacement or refund of a rose within the 5 year guarantee period, please complete our Returns form.

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