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A Whiter Shade of Pale

A Whiter Shade of Pale

(Peafanfare) Hybrid Tea
      • 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.
      • Established root ball
      • Arrives in our signature recyclable pot
      • Planting advised as soon as possible depending on weather conditions
      • Includes generous soil and controlled-release rose food
      • Perfect for gifting
      • Adds instant blooms when planted in summer
      • £3.95
      • £5.95
      • £5.95
      Description
      This is a little known variety, which we believe is worthy of being more widely grown. It bears perfectly formed, blush pink flowers with a strong, sweet fragrance. They are produced throughout the summer and into autumn. It has a bushy habit with plentiful glossy, dark green foliage. Limes?New?Roses.
      Characteristics
      • Colour: Blush Pink
      • Flowering: Repeat Flowering
      • Fragrance: Light-medium,Sweet
      • Bloom Size: Medium
      • Family: Hybrid Tea
      • Size: Medium Shrub
      • Height: 3ft (90cm)
      • Width: 3ft (90cm)
      • Breeder: Limes New Roses
      • Year of Introduction: 2006
      Location
      • Mixed Border
      • Roses Ideal for Pots & ContainersPots & Containers
      • Rose Border
      Growing conditions
      • East, South, West Facing
      • Full Sunlight
      • Roses Suitable for All Soil TypesAll soil types
      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. The 5 year guarantee applies to roses purchased
      directly from David Austin. If you would like to request a replacement or refund of a rose within the 5 year guarantee period, please complete our Returns form.

      Call us on 01902 376300

      Email us help@davidaustinroses.co.uk

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