David Austin Roses Mary Delany
Best climbing rose for gardeners seeking healthy, thornless, and fragrant blooms.
This climbing rose offers the rare luxury of abundant, soft pink blooms without the usual headache of sharp thorns. It is an exceptionally healthy, low-maintenance choice for those who want the classic Old Rose aesthetic without the constant battle against aggressive prickles.
$40.00
Who it's for
- Gardeners prioritizing a powerful, classic floral scent
- Romantics seeking a quintessential English garden aesthetic
- Landscape enthusiasts wanting continuous seasonal color
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in humid climates avoiding high-maintenance plants
- Beginners uncomfortable handling sharp, thorny rose canes
- Gardeners in intense sun preferring long-lasting color vibrancy
Performance breakdown
Disease Resistance
Exceptional health profile minimizes the need for chemical interventions.
Handling Ease
Nearly thornless stems make pruning and training a painless experience.
Bloom Longevity
Repeat flowering ensures a consistent display throughout the growing season.
Fragrance Intensity
Subtle Old Rose notes provide a pleasant but non-overpowering garden scent.
Climbing Versatility
Upright growth habit adapts well to various trellis and wall structures.
Climate Adaptability
Robust performance across a wide range of USDA hardiness zones.
Key Specs
Colour
Light pink
Family
English Climbing Rose
Height
Up to 12ft
Bloom Size
Medium
Petal Count
55 petals
Fragrance
Light-medium, Old Rose
Suitable for zones
Zones 4-11
Breeder
David Austin
Mature Height
12 feet
Growth Rate
Moderate
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