Rambling Rose
Extravagant clusters of single, scented, creamy-
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| Extravagant clusters of single, scented, creamy-white flowers in July and August, ageing to pale pink, and shiny, mid-green leaves. This extremely vigorous rambling rose is ideal for covering a large house or garden wall in sun or partial shade. Excellent for concealing an unsightly structure, it must, however, have adequate space to grow.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: July and AugustFlower colour: creamy-whiteOther Features: excellent cut-flowersHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Before planting shorten thick roots to 25cm (10in) and reduce top-growth to an outward-facing bud 8-15cm (3-6in) above ground-level. Plant during a frost-free spell, incorporating well-rotted organic matter and a balanced fertiliser into the planting hole. Ensure that the `bud union` (the bulge at the base of the shoots) is 2.5cm (1in) below the soilGoes well with: Lamium maculatum `Roseum`, Pulmonaria officinalis `Sissingh |
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