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    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
      • £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
      • Roses Ideal for 6ft Wall or Fence6ft Wall or Fence
      • Roses Ideal for DoorwaysDoorway
      • Roses Ideal for an Obelisk or PillarObelisk or Pillar
      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
      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 19 reviews
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        A Karim
        The sweetest jewel in my garden!

        This beautiful rose bestows upon my garden, generous blooms that are luscious and heavenly scented.

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        Linda
        Old fashioned sweet smell

        Beautiful large blooms .Intense pink Color and the smell is divine

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        Nicola Cording

        I have moved house many times and Gertrude Jekyll rose is still my favourite!

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        Tracey Humphreys
        Turkish delight!

        Such a beautiful climbing rose that smells like rose Turkish delight. The rose has a vintage style flower that brightens any garden instantly.

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        Bridget Fabry
        Gertrude Jerkyll climber

        Love this rose, so productive and covers my sunny south facing wall with the most divinely smelling blooms. Two members of my family have since bought their own as they were so impressed.

        How to plant a climbing 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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