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    • Tess of the d’Urbervilles®
    • Tess of the d’Urbervilles®
    • Tess of the d’Urbervilles®
    • Tess of the d’Urbervilles®
    • Tess of the d’Urbervilles®

    Tess of the d’Urbervilles®

    (Ausmove) 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.
        • Planting advised as soon as possible depending on weather conditions
        • Includes soil
        • Perfect for gifting
        • Adds instant blooms when planted in summer
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              Description
              A striking climber bearing large, bright crimson-red blooms, with a pleasing Old Rose fragrance. It is a relatively compact climber clothed in large, dark green leaves.
              Characteristics
              • Colour: Crimson-red
              • Flowering: Repeat Flowering
              • Fragrance: Medium,Old Rose
              • Bloom Size: Large
              • Family: English Climbing Rose
              • Size: Short Climber
              • Height: 8ft
              • Breeder: David Austin
              • Year of Introduction: 1998
              • Suitable for zones: Zones 4-11
              • Petal Count: 110 petals
              Location
              • 6ft Wall or Fence
              • Doorway
              Growing conditions
              • East, South, West Facing
              • Full Sunlight
              • All soil types
              Behind the name
              Named after theheroine of Thomas Hardy’s novel.
              How to plant a climbing rose
              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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