Climbing Rose • Created by David Austin • England
Bathsheba
Bathsheba
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Bathsheba® is a David Austin Climbing Rose with apricot-yellow buds opening to shallowly cupped, many-petalled rosettes in apricot-pink, soft yellow and creamy tones. Its medium-strong myrrh fragrance carries hints of honey and Tea, while repeat flowering and vigorous growth make it ideal for walls, arches and pergolas.
Choose it if you want a fragrant climbing rose with luminous colour, graceful movement and a garden presence that feels romantic, expressive and quietly unforgettable.
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Full description:
Bathsheba® is one of those roses that feels more like a character than a variety. Introduced by David Austin in 2016 under the varietal name Auschimbley and named after the heroine from Far from the Madding Crowd, it carries something of her spirit: independent, elegant and impossible to overlook without ever asking for attention.
In the story, Bathsheba leaves a lasting impression not through extravagance but through presence — and this rose seems to follow the same path. Apricot-yellow buds slowly unfold into abundant rosettes filled with petals, revealing a soft harmony of apricot-pink, pale yellow and creamy outer petals that together create a warm apricot glow.
The many-petalled flowers open in shallow cups before settling into relaxed rosettes. Their medium-strong floral myrrh fragrance is softened by hints of honey and Tea, adding another layer of character without overwhelming the garden.
As a short, vigorous climber reaching about 3 m, Bathsheba® brings movement and softness to vertical spaces. It repeat flowers from late spring into autumn, dressing arches, pergolas, walls and fences with a quiet sense of romance.
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Characteristics:
Type: Climbing Rose
Varietal name: Auschimbley
Introduced: 2016
Creator: David Austin
Colour: apricot-pink, pale yellow and creamy tones
Flower: large, shallowly cupped, many-petalled rosettes
Fragrance: medium-strong floral myrrh with hints of honey and Tea
Flowering: repeat flowering from late spring into autumn
Height at maturity: approximately 300 cm
Use: walls, fences, arches, pergolas, pillars and vertical planting
Exposure: full sun
Delivery format: potted rose or bare-root rose, depending on season and availability
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Frequently asked questions:
Is Bathsheba strongly fragrant?
Bathsheba® has a medium-strong floral myrrh fragrance with hints of honey and Tea.
Does Bathsheba repeat flower?
Yes. Bathsheba® repeat flowers from late spring into autumn.
Where does Bathsheba grow best?
Its climbing habit makes it especially suitable for arches, pergolas, walls and places where vertical structure adds atmosphere to the garden.
What does the rose look like on delivery?
The appearance of the rose depends on the season and the natural stage of growth. For clear explanations, see What roses look like on delivery →
What should I do after planting?
Water deeply after planting and keep the soil lightly moist during the first weeks. For step-by-step guidance, see the planting guide →
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Well wrapped and signed, fresh roses in best condition. Strong plant. Can’t be better.