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    • Sir John Betjeman®
    • Sir John Betjeman®
    • Sir John Betjeman®
    • Sir John Betjeman®
    • Sir John Betjeman®

    Sir John Betjeman®

    (Ausvivid) English Shrub Rose Bred By David Austin
      • £3.95
      Description
      The flowers start as small buds, opening to full petalled, wide open rosettes of a bright crimson-red. As the flowers age, the blooms becomes dome-shaped while the colour – unusually for the English Roses – gradually intensifies. It forms a very bushy, neatly rounded shrub with slightly arching growth. Named after the well-known writer, journalist and broadcaster. David Austin, 2008.
      Characteristics
      • Colour: Crimson-red
      • Flowering: Repeat Flowering
      • Bloom Size: Medium
      • Family: English Shrub Rose
      • Size: Medium Shrub
      • Height: 4ft (125cm)
      • Width: 4ft (125cm)
      • Breeder: David Austin
      • Year of Introduction: 2008
      Location
      • Mixed Border
      • Rose Border
      Growing conditions
      • East, South, West Facing
      • Full Sunlight
      • Roses Suitable for All Soil TypesAll soil types
      Behind the name
      Betjeman's daughter, Mrs Candida Lycett Green and The Betjeman Society asked us to name this rose after the well-known writer, journalist and broadcaster. He also opened people’s eyes to the value of the buildings and landscape around them. At the time of his death, in 1984, he held the post of Poet Laureate and is commemorated in Poet's Corner in Westminster Abbey.
      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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