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9 of the best climbing roses

Chawton Cottage (‘Harxcel’)

delicate-looking rose named to mark the 70th anniversary of Jane Austen’s House Museum opening to the public. Clusters of moderately scented semi-double blooms to 4in (10cm) across open from summer to autumn against healthy foliage. H&S: 8ft

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