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    Imogen®

    (Austritch) English Shrub Rose Bred By David Austin
        Description
        Bears pretty, lightly scented, pale yellow blooms, fading almost to cream. The many delicately frilled petals are arranged around a button eye. It forms a sturdy, quite upright shrub with glossy foliage. Named after the character in Shakespeare's Cymbeline. David Austin, 2016.
        Characteristics
        • Colour: Pale yellow
        • Flowering: Repeat Flowering
        • Fragrance: Light-medium,Fruity
        • Bloom Size: Medium
        • Family: English Shrub Rose
        • Size: Medium Shrub
        • Height: 3ft (90cm)
        • Width: 3ft (90cm)
        • Breeder: David Austin
        • Year of Introduction: 2016
        Location
        • Roses Ideal for CuttingCutting
        • Mixed Border
        • Roses Ideal for Rose HedgesRose Hedges
        • Roses ideal for Shady AreasShady Areas
        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
        The name 'Imogen' takes inspiration from the daughter of King Cymbeline, and virtuous wife of Posthumus, in William Shakespeare's Cymbeline.
        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.

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