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    • Gertrude Jekyll®
    • Gertrude Jekyll®
    • Gertrude Jekyll®
    • Gertrude Jekyll®
    • Gertrude Jekyll pink rose bred by David Austin
    • Gertrude Jekyll®
    • Gertrude Jekyll®

    Gertrude Jekyll®

    (Ausbord) English Climbing Rose Bred By David Austin
        The Gertrude Jekyll® is also available as an English Shrub Rose
        • £3.95
        • £5.95
        Description
        A short climber, it is always one of the first English Roses to start flowering, its perfect scrolled buds open to large, rosette-shaped flowers of bright glowing pink. The strong, perfectly balanced Old Rose scent is often described as being the quintessential Old Rose fragrance. Named for the famous garden designer and author. David Austin, 1986.
        Characteristics
        • Colour: Bright 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: Strong,Old Rose
        • Bloom Size: Large
          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 Climbing Rose
        • Size: Short Climber
          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: 8ft (2.5m)
        • Breeder: David Austin
        • Year of Introduction: 1986
        Location
        • 6ft Wall or Fence
        • Doorway
        • Obelisk or Pillar
        Growing conditions
        • North, East, South, West Facing
        • Full Sunlight
        • Partial Sunlight
        • All soil types
        Behind the name
        Gertrude Jekyll was a famous garden designer and author, who has had a profound effect on the style of English gardens of the present day. She advocated incorporating roses in mixed borders and created over 400 picturesque gardens in the UK, Europe and America. She received the Veitch Memorial Medal and the RHS Victoria Medal of Honour.
        Gertrude Jekyll® inspiration

        From growing in our fields to growing in your garden, we love seeing your beautiful images of our roses in your world.

          Customer Reviews

          Based on 45 reviews
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          Guy

          Very well packed

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          Sue collins
          Best rose ever

          I adore this rose round my front door ive had people knock on my door to ask what it is as its so beautiful .love the perfume and pretty flowers .A must have rose

          M
          Muhammet

          Amazing

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          J Jackson
          Breathtaking

          My climbing Gertrude Jekyll has been a pleasure all summer. I'm absolutely thrilled with the roses I've bought in preparation for my daughters wedding in 2026.

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          R.C.

          Awesome

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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 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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