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    St. Swithun

    (Auswith) English Climbing Rose Bred By David Austin
        • Delivered without foliage or soil
        • Arrives in plastic-free packaging
        • Traditionally planted in dormancy between January and May, zone-dependant.
        • Planting bare roots in the cooler months allows their roots to establish and produce bountiful blooms by the next flowering season
        • Cost-effective, particularly when planted en masse.
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            Description
            A short, vigorous climber bearing large, saucer-like blooms, each packed with over one hundred frilly petals. They are a pure soft pink, paling to blush towards the edges, and are complemented by plentiful greyish-green foliage. There is a medium-strong myrrh scent. Named to commemorate the 900th anniversary of the consecration of Winchester Cathedral.
            Characteristics
            • Colour: Soft pink
            • Flowering: Repeat Flowering
            • Fragrance: Medium-strong,Myrrh
            • Bloom Size: Large
            • Family: English Climbing Rose
            • Size: Short Climber
            • Height: 10ft
            • Breeder: David Austin
            • Year of Introduction: 1993
            • Suitable for zones: Zones 4-11
            • Petal Count: 130 petals
            Location
            • 6ft Wall or Fence
            • Doorway
            • Obelisk or Pillar
            • Standard Arch
            Growing conditions
            • East, South, West Facing
            • Full Sunlight
            • All soil types
            Behind the name
            Named tocommemorate the 900th anniversary of the consecrationof Winchester Cathedral.
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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 800 328 8893.

            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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