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    • Abraham Darby®

    Abraham Darby®

    (Auscot) English Shrub Rose Bred By David Austin
      • Delivered without foliage or soil
      • Arrives in plastic-free packaging
      • Traditionally planted in dormancy between January and May, zone-dependant.
      • Planting bare roots in the cooler months allows their roots to establish and produce bountiful blooms by the next flowering season
      • Cost-effective, particularly when planted en masse.
      Description
      A well-rounded, vigorous shrub bearing very large, cup-shaped flowers in shades of apricot and yellow, becoming coral-pink as they age. It has a rich, fruity fragrance with a refreshing sharpness. 
      Characteristics
      • Colour: Apricot
      • Flowering: Repeat Flowering
      • Fragrance: Strong,Fruity
      • Bloom Size: Large
      • Family: English Shrub Rose
      • Size: Large Shrub
      • Height: 5ft
      • Width: 5ft
      • Breeder: David Austin
      • Year of Introduction: 1985
      • Suitable for zones: Zones 5-11
      • Petal Count: 70 Petals
      Location
      • Mixed Border
      • Rose Hedges
      Growing conditions
      • East, South, West Facing
      • Full Sunlight
      • All soil types
      Behind the name
      Named after one of the founding figures of the Industrial Revolution.
      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 800 328 8893.

      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. That’s the David Austin promise. If you would like to request a replacement or refund of a rose within the 5 year guarantee period, please complete our Returns form.

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