Rambler Rose

Position: full sunSoil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: fast-growingFlowering period: June and JulyFlower colour: white-streaked, dark magenta flowersOther Features: thornless roseHardiness: fully hardyLarge clusters of small, orange-scented, semi-double, white-streaked, dark magenta flowers in June and July and light green leaves. This vigorous, thornless rambling rose looks gorgeous trained against an old brick wall. Best protected from strong, midday sun, the diminutive blooms mature to bluish-lilac, before fading to lilac-grey.Garden 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 soil.All our roses are field grown. In October/November they are dug up and potted. However, they will not produce any new roots until spring, so don't be surprised if the compost falls away from the roots when winter planting. Some suppliers send out 'bare root' plants unpotted, but we don't as it is easier to manage them on the nursery in pots....more Price: £8.95 Source: Crocus •