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    Comte de Champagne

    (Ausufo) 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.
        • 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
        Yellow cups, each with a mop of stamens, gradually turn pale apricot, creating a delightful mix of shades. The growth is broad and bushy. The Comte de Champagne introduced Rosa gallica ‘Officinalis’ from Damascus in 1250. David Austin, 2001.
        Characteristics
        • Colour: Pale apricot
        • Flowering: Repeat Flowering
        • Fragrance: Light-medium,Musk
        • Bloom Size: Medium
        • Family: English Shrub Rose
        • Size: Very Large Shrub
        • Height: 4 1/2ft (140cm)
        • Width: 4 1/2ft (140cm)
        • Breeder: David Austin
        • Year of Introduction: 2001
        Location
        • Roses Ideal for Attracting BeesAttracting Bees
        • Mixed Border
        • Roses Ideal for Rose HedgesRose Hedges
        • Roses ideal for Shady AreasShady Areas
        Growing conditions
        • North, East, South, West Facing
        • Full Sunlight
        • Roses ideal for Shady AreasPartial Sunlight
        • Roses Suitable for All Soil TypesAll soil types
        Behind the name
        This rose is named after Taittinger's finest champagne. Their president, M Claude Taittinger, is a descendant of Thiabaut IV, Count of Champagne and Brie, who is reputed to have introduced R. gallica ‘Officinalis’ (The Apothecary's Rose) from Damascus on his return from the 7th Cruscade in 1250. He was a great lover of roses and celebrated them in poetry.
        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.

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        Email us help@davidaustinroses.co.uk

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