{"product_id":"thomas-a-becket™-david-austin®-english-shrub-rose","title":"Thomas à Becket™ David Austin® English Shrub Rose","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a1de531-f2d4-8330-996c-ea99df332e1d-9\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-6a1de531-f2d4-8330-996c-ea99df332e1d-9\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a1de531-f2d4-8330-996c-ea99df332e1d-9\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-60\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\" class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"8ba68cfa-a4fe-4f21-8b29-db32feccec23\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"53\" data-end=\"537\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBold, vibrant, and delightfully informal, \u003cstrong data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"115\"\u003eThomas à Becket™\u003c\/strong\u003e is a distinctive English shrub rose from \u003cstrong data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"174\"\u003eDavid Austin®\u003c\/strong\u003e, introduced in 2013. Unlike many traditional English roses, this exceptional variety displays a more natural, species-like character with vigorous, shrubby growth and abundant clusters of richly colored blooms. Named in honor of \u003cstrong data-start=\"404\" data-end=\"428\"\u003eCanterbury Cathedral\u003c\/strong\u003e in Kent, England, Thomas à Becket™ combines historic inspiration with outstanding modern garden performance.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"887\"\u003eIts large blooms emerge in a striking \u003cstrong data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"592\"\u003ecrimson-red\u003c\/strong\u003e, opening from shallow cups into relaxed, informal rosettes that gracefully reflex as they mature. The flowers are borne in generous clusters, with each bloom gently nodding on the stem to create a relaxed, natural appearance that blends beautifully into cottage gardens and informal landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"1260\"\u003eAdding to its unique appeal is a refreshing \u003cstrong data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"955\"\u003eOld Rose fragrance\u003c\/strong\u003e infused with bright notes of \u003cstrong data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"999\"\u003elemon zest\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a lively perfume that is both classic and distinctive. Blooming repeatedly from late spring through fall, Thomas à Becket™ delivers wave after wave of richly colored flowers while maintaining a vigorous, healthy shrub with an attractive natural form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003eIts strong, upright yet informal growth habit makes it an excellent choice for mixed borders, flowering hedges, and larger landscape plantings where a relaxed English garden aesthetic is desired. 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Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2102\" data-end=\"2137\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eStrong, Natural, Informal Shrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2142\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1aqllk4\" data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2503\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2193\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2193\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2182\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eRequirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2182\" data-end=\"2193\" data-col-size=\"sm\" 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data-end=\"2813\"\u003eMid-Atlantic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"123mesd\" data-start=\"2814\" data-end=\"2823\"\u003eMidwest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mn082m\" data-start=\"2824\" data-end=\"2835\"\u003eSoutheast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mmmk94\" data-start=\"2836\" data-end=\"2847\"\u003eSouthwest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3ivpx3\" data-start=\"2848\" data-end=\"2860\"\u003eWest Coast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1g4dccy\" data-start=\"2861\" data-end=\"2881\"\u003eIntermountain West\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gi1iyt\" data-start=\"2882\" data-end=\"2901\"\u003ePacific Northwest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2903\" data-end=\"2906\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"2pbkhj\" data-start=\"2908\" data-end=\"2926\"\u003eBehind the Name\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2928\" data-end=\"3207\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2928\" data-end=\"2948\"\u003eThomas à Becket™\u003c\/strong\u003e is named in honor of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2970\" data-end=\"2994\"\u003eCanterbury Cathedral\u003c\/strong\u003e in Kent, England, one of Britain's most historic landmarks and the resting place of Saint Thomas à Becket. The rose reflects the enduring beauty, strength, and rich heritage associated with this iconic cathedral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3209\" data-end=\"3212\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"eq0h5w\" data-start=\"3214\" data-end=\"3250\"\u003eWhy You'll Love Thomas à Becket™\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3252\" data-end=\"3731\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vr80le\" data-start=\"3252\" data-end=\"3321\"\u003eRich crimson-red blooms with a relaxed, natural English garden look\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yvq27\" data-start=\"3322\" data-end=\"3392\"\u003eDistinctive informal rosettes that evolve beautifully as they mature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1brig1a\" data-start=\"3393\" data-end=\"3453\"\u003eRefreshing Old Rose fragrance with bright lemon zest notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"h3aztl\" data-start=\"3454\" data-end=\"3505\"\u003eRepeat flowering provides months of vibrant color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nyazll\" data-start=\"3506\" data-end=\"3562\"\u003eStrong, vigorous shrub with a naturally graceful habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1an1tsd\" data-start=\"3563\" data-end=\"3622\"\u003eExcellent choice for cottage gardens and flowering hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vrg2wb\" data-start=\"3623\" data-end=\"3682\"\u003eAdaptable to a wide range of climates and soil conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1m2ikp2\" data-start=\"3683\" data-end=\"3731\"\u003eBred by the world-renowned David Austin® Roses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3733\" data-end=\"4104\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eBring bold color and timeless English character to your garden with \u003cstrong data-start=\"3801\" data-end=\"3821\"\u003eThomas à Becket™\u003c\/strong\u003e, a David Austin® English shrub rose treasured for its striking crimson blooms, refreshing fragrance, and naturally graceful growth. 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