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W H A T ’ S IN A N A M E ? A L O T O F G R E A T T R A IT S IF

IT ’ S A D A V ID A U S T IN R O S E .

These English hybrids

bring back the fragrances that were lost in the breeding of

most modern roses. they combine the double forms and

heady perfumes of old-time roses with the repeat flowering

of the new. Long stems hold their sumptuous blooms in

a vase for several days. the Alnwick Rose here smells like

fresh raspberries. David austin roses are hardy to Zone 5

or 6.

T o

buy plants, go to

davidaustinroses.com.

the

gardener

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