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    Brother Cadfael™

    (Ausglobe) English Shrub 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
      Bears very large, globular, clear pink flowers, reminiscent of peonies. Despite their size, they are never clumsy and are held nicely upright on the plant. There is a particularly strong and rich Old Rose fragrance. It forms a bushy shrub; the flowers, leaves and growth all in proportion. David Austin, 1986.
      Characteristics
      • Colour: Clear pink
      • Flowering: Repeat Flowering
      • Fragrance: Strong,Old Rose
      • Bloom Size: Large
      • Family: English Shrub Rose
      • Size: Medium Shrub
      • Height: 140cm
      • Width: 90cm
      • Breeder: David Austin
      • Year of Introduction: 1986
      Location
      • Mixed Border
      • Rose Border
      Growing conditions
      • East, South, West Facing
      • Full Sunlight
      • All soil types
      Behind the name
      This rose was named after the hero of the Ellis Peters detective stories, which are set in Shropshire where our nursery is located.
      How to plant a shrub rose
      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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