ROSA 'Sussex'

Commonly known as Rose

GROUND COVER

Semi-double pale apricot-pink flowers.
  • Deciduous
    Dark green toothed leaflets
  • Height
    30cm (12in)
  • Spread
    1.2m (4ft)
  • Dwarf shrub
    Typically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.
    Mound-forming shrub with thorny stems. small clusters of flowers are produced repeatedly throughout summer into autumn
  • Ground cover
    These plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soil
  • Hardy - very cold winter
    Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

ROSA 'Sussex'

 
Available again from NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2024 - Despatch will be anytime during November or December as stock becomes available. Bareroot hedging and roses can be delayed by unfavourable weather conditions.
£14.50 Each 
MULTIBUY SAVING

Any3+ for £13.00
Delivery Information Available again from NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2024
plant size comparison icon 2 to 3 Litre
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  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Deadhead to prolong flowering. Can be pruned if necessary
    Pests & Diseases
    See header 'ROSA'
    Place of origin
    Garden origin. 1991. Denmark. Pernille and Mogens Olesen
  • Core Plants
    Rosa
  • Flower Shape
    Semi-double
    Two rows of petals with conspicuous stamens
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suitable for a shrub or mixed border
    Coastal / windswept
    Suitable for an open site slightly back from the sea
    Cottage garden
    Suitable for small gardens
    Town garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf form
    Pinnate
    		(see photos above)
  • Leaf margin
    Serrulate
    		(see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Ovate
    		(see photos above)
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    Humus-rich
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30cm (12in)
 Dwarf Shrub - guide for size not form Hand Trowel
  1.2m (4ft)
  

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