Rosa Gertrude Jekyll ® (rose [Gertrude Jekyll]) is a member of the Rosaceae family. This deciduous shrub exhibits a bushy, climbing growth habit and is characterised by its deciduous foliage. It has a hardiness rating of hardy (very cold winter [-20 to -15ºc]) and is hardy throughout the UK and northern Europe, with many plants grown in containers becoming damaged unless given protection. It features a flower fragrance.
When fully mature, Rosa Gertrude Jekyll ® can reach an ultimate height of 1–1.5 m and a spread of 0.5–1 m. For optimal growth, it prefers an east–facing, south–facing, or west–facing aspect and an exposed or sheltered position. It thrives best in chalk, clay, loam, or sand soil types and should be placed in full sun or partial shade.
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