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Sarah Van Fleet

Sarah Van Fleet

Rugosa Rose
      • 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.
      Description
      Clusters of large, slightly cupped, semi-double flowers of clear mallow-pink, with cream stamens. Repeats well and flowers freely. Thorny, rather upright growth with typical Rugosa foliage. Van?Fleet, 1926.
      Characteristics
      • Colour: Clear mallow pink
      • Flowering: Repeat Flowering
      • Fragrance: Strong,Old Rose
      • Bloom Size: Large
      • Family: Rugosa Rose
      • Size: Very Large Shrub
      • Height: 7ft (2.25m)
      • Width: 5ft (150cm)
      • Breeder: Van Fleet
      • Year of Introduction: 1926
      Location
      • Mixed Border
      • Roses ideal for Shady AreasShady Areas
      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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