The David Austin Bathsheba climbing rose features apricot-yellow buds opening to shallowly cupped, many petalled rosettes. They are a beautiful blend of subtle apricot-pink and soft yellow, giving the overall impression of apricot, with creamy outer petals. There is a superb floral myrrh fragrance, with hints of honey and Tea. It forms a short, vigorous climber.

CHARACTERISTICS
Colour: Apricot | Fragrance: Medium – Strong | Bloom size: Medium | Size: 10m (3ft)

IDEAL FOR
6ft wall or fences | Standard arches | Obelisks | Doorways

PLANTING
East, south & west facing | Suitable for all soil types | Full sunlight

BEHIND THE NAME
The name ‘Bathsheba’ was inspired by the spirited heroine of Thomas Hardy’s Far From the Madding Crowd.

Please note: Depending on the season, your rose will either arrive in bloom, or will have been pruned appropriately for the time of year.