Heirloom Roses Carding Mill
Best premium shrub for gardeners seeking reliable blooms and classic fragrance.
This repeat-blooming shrub rose offers soft apricot, very full flowers with a distinct myrrh fragrance. It is an excellent choice for both garden beds and containers, thriving in full sun with a compact, manageable habit.
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a sensory experience with strong floral perfumes
- Homeowners wanting consistent color throughout the entire growing season
- Low-maintenance gardeners looking for hardy and resilient rose varieties
Who should skip it
- Growers in extremely hot climates without afternoon shade options
- Families with small children or pets playing near garden beds
- Landscapers designing tight spaces that require compact or mounding plants
Performance breakdown
Bloom Aesthetics
Soft apricot hues create a sophisticated, classic garden focal point.
Fragrance Intensity
Distinct myrrh scent provides a captivating, early morning sensory experience.
Repeat Blooming
Consistent flowering cycles ensure color throughout the entire growing season.
Container Versatility
Compact growth habit makes it ideal for patio pots and planters.
Hardiness Range
Robust adaptability across zones 5 through 11 offers impressive regional flexibility.
Foliage Quality
Semi-glossy green leaves provide a clean, reliable backdrop for blooms.
Key Specs
Type
English Shrub
Breeder
David Austin
Color
Apricot
Fragrance
Moderately Fragrant
Hardiness Zone
5-11
Size
4' x 3.5'
Rebloom
Repeat Blooming
Bloom Type
Very Full
Year
2004
Breeder Code
Auswest
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