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    • The Lady of the Lake
    • The Lady of the Lake

    The Lady of the Lake

    (Ausherbert) English Rambling Rose Bred By David Austin
    Description
    Its pretty, semi-double flowers, each about 2” across, are held in sprays on long, slender and flexible stems. They are a pale pink colour and of open formation, each exposing a nice boss of golden stamens. They have a fresh citrus fragrance. Named after the ruler of Avalon in the Arthurian legend. She also plays a pivotal role in Sir Walter Scott’s famous poem of the same name.
    Characteristics
    • Colour: Pale pink
      Colour may vary depending on growing conditions. Colour fade is a characteristic of some varieties.
    • Flowering: Repeat Flowering
      REPEAT FLOWERING roses flower in flushes from late spring through to early winter. ONCE FLOWERING roses only produce a single flush of blooms lasting 3 to 4 weeks in mid summer
    • Fragrance: Medium,Fruity
    • Bloom Size: Medium
      Bloom size varies over the life cycle of each bloom. Measurements refer to the average diameter of a bloom at its prime. LARGE BLOOM: 3.5-5" MEDIUM BLOOM: 2-3.5" SMALL BLOOM 1-2"
    • Family: English Rambling Rose
    • Size: Medium Rambler
      All measurements are approximate 'height x width' and refer to a 3 year old established rose, pruned once annually, measured during the first flush of flowers in June.
    • Height: 3.75m
    • Breeder: David Austin
    • Year of Introduction: 2014
    Location
    • 10ft Wall or Fence
    • Attracting Bees
    • Obelisk or Pillar
    • Standard Arch
    Growing conditions
    • North, East, South, West Facing
    • Full Sunlight
    • Partial Shade
    • All soil types
    Behind the name
    The ‘Lady of the Lake’ is the name of the ruler of Avalon in the Arthurian legend. She also plays a pivotal role in Sir Walter Scott’s famous poem of the same name.
    The Lady of the Lake in your gardens

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