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    Young Lycidas®

    (Ausvibrant) English Standard Tree Rose Bred By David Austin
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            • 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.
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              • 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
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                The Young Lycidas® is also available as an English Shrub Rose
                • £3.95
                Description

                Large, deeply cupped flowers, blending deep pink, magenta and red – the outer petals tending towards light purple, with an almost silvery quality. There is a delicious Tea and Old Rose scent, with hints of cedar wood. It makes an attractive, bushy shrub. Named after John Milton’s poem, Lycidas. David Austin, 2008.

                Characteristics
                • Colour: Deep pink
                • Flowering: Repeat Flowering
                • Fragrance: Strong,Tea/Old Rose
                • Bloom Size: Large
                • Family: English Standard Tree Rose
                • Size: Standard Tree
                • Height: 6ft
                • Breeder: David Austin
                • Year of Introduction: 2008
                Growing conditions
                • East, South, West Facing
                • Full Sunlight
                • Roses Suitable for All Soil TypesAll soil types
                Behind the name
                We were asked by The Friends of Milton's Cottage to name this rose to mark the 400th anniversary of the birth of the poet John Milton. ‘Lycidas’ is one of the finest short poems in the English language. Interestingly, it was Milton who introduced the word ‘fragrance’ into the English language.
                How to plant
                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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