David Austin® Tess of the d’Urbervilles® Climbing Potted Rose
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David Austin® Tess of the d’Urbervilles® Climbing Potted Rose
Rosa 'AUSmove' Tess of the d’Urbervilles®
Named after the tragic heroine of Thomas Hardy’s novel, Tess of the d’Urbervilles® embodies timeless beauty and enduring strength. This English Climbing Rose showcases large, deeply cupped blooms in a rich crimson-red hue, exuding a strong Old Rose fragrance that evokes a sense of classic English gardens. Its robust, bushy growth habit allows it to flourish both as a shrub and a climber, making it versatile for various garden settings.
Rose Type: Climbing
Breeder: David Austin
Color: Crimson red
Vase Life: 4-6 days
Fragrance: Strong, old rose fragrance
Bloom Form: Cupped,
Petal Count: 40+
Growth Type: Upright
Flowering: Repeat
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Hardiness Zones: 4-11
Spacing: 4-6'
Height: 4-8'
Width: 3-4'
Disease Resistance: Exhibits good resistance to common rose diseases
Regional Recommendations: Pacific Northwest, California, Southwest, Southeast, Midwest, Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Gulf Coast, Mountain West, Southern Plains
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