David Austin Roses The Lark Ascending English Shrub Rose
Best hardy shrub for gardeners seeking continuous apricot blooms.
This airy, apricot-hued shrub brings a light, tea-like fragrance and consistent color to the garden from late spring through fall. Its vigorous, upright habit and open-cup blooms make it an ideal choice for mixed borders or containers, offering a soft, lifted aesthetic that avoids the heavy, stiff look of traditional roses.
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Who it's for
- Low-maintenance gardeners seeking a healthy, reliable shrub
- Flower enthusiasts wanting a constant display of color all season
- Landscape designers looking for a rose that integrates into mixed borders
Who should skip it
- Sensory-focused gardeners prioritizing strong, room-filling floral scents
- Urban gardeners with limited square footage or small container spaces
- Traditionalists seeking the iconic, tightly packed English rose aesthetic
Key Specs
Mature Height
5-6 feet
Mature Spread
3-4 feet
Bloom Season
Late Spring to Fall
Flower Color
Apricot/Orange
USDA Hardiness Zones
5-9
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Water Requirement
Average
Plant Type
English Shrub Rose
Botanical Name
Rosa 'Ausursula'
Fragrant
Yes
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