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Abraham Darby-- English Rose Bush Five Gallon Plant
Abraham Darby English rose is a well-formed shrub of shapely, bushy growth. In early summer it is studded with large, deeply cupped blooms in shades of pink, apricot and yellow, and in spite of their size, these continue to be produced for the remainder of the season. This David Austin variety is an excellent vigorous shrub. Enjoy a rich, fruity fragrance with a refreshing sharpness. Abraham Darby repeats well, but summer pruning will encourage a better crop of flowers and help maintain a more compact plant. To about 5 by 5 feet but clip to desired size and shape. This rose variety would be a stunning addition to any cottage garden landscape, also good in containers on porch or patio. Shipped potted in soil for best possible start when planted in yard or garden.
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What exactly are English Roses??
From the web site of David Austin, rose breeder: "After fifty years of intensive breeding, David Austin's English Roses combine the forms and fragrances of old roses with the repeat-flowering of modern roses. They are very easy to grow, healthy and reliable. English Roses may be grown as magnificent, shapely shrubs or trained as short climbers. Our extensive collection contains a rose for almost every garden situation."
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