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Each large, single bloom opens in soft, pale yellow petals that melt into a gentle pale pink centre — a combination as pretty and refreshing as its name suggests. The flowers have a luminous, almost translucent quality in sunlight, creating a beautiful, ever-changing display from summer right through to autumn. 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