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USDA Zone: 5-10 |
Thomas à Becket David Austin Rose features striking crimson-red; the individual flowers can best be described as shallowly cupped, opening as informal rosettes; the petals quickly reflexing as the flowers age. They are held in medium-sized heads; the individual blooms nodding attractively on the stem. They have an Old Rose fragrance with a strong lemon zest character.
This is a variety of very different character from the general run of English Roses, being rather closer to the Species Roses than to the Old Roses and more natural and shrubby in growth.
Thomas à Becket Rose is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Mass Planting
- Hedges/Screening
- General Garden Use
English Shrub Rose
English Rose - bred by David Austin
Long Blooming; Repeat Blooming
Fragrance: Medium-strong
Bloom Time: Summer, Fall
Attracts Butterflies
Common Name: David Austin, Old Fashion, English Rose
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| More About Thomas à Becket David Austin Rose |
| Height: 4-5 ft |
Spread: 4-5 ft |
Flower Colour: Crimson Red Shades |
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Select a site with at least 6 hours of direct sun each day. Generally roses will not flourish where their roots are in competition with the roots of other plants, especially trees and hedges. If you have the space, English roses look superb planted in groups of three or more of one variety. They will then grow together to form one dense shrub, which will provide a more continuous display and make a more definite statement in the border. Depending on the varieties and your climate, more groupings can be planted 24-30" apart within the group and 3-4 ft between plants of neighbouring varieties. Roses will grow in a wide range of soils, but they do appreciate good soil preparation. The addition of well rotted manure or compost before planting will help to ensure strong growth. Feeding, generous mulching and occasional deep watering will help encourage strong growth and more flowers. The removal of spent flowers. It encourages repeat-flowering and makes for a tidier plant. Either remove just the dead flower or cut the stems down to the first full leaf. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |
