David Austin Roses A Shropshire Lad
Best climbing rose for gardeners wanting long-lasting, fragrant vertical color.
This elegant climber brings a poetic, peach-pink softness to vertical spaces with an impressive, season-long bloom cycle. It is a manageable choice for smaller garden walls, though you will need to provide the structure and support it requires to reach its full ten-foot potential.
$40.00
Who it's for
- Gardeners who prioritize aromatic blooms for bouquets and outdoor spaces
- Landscapers needing flexible plants for both borders and vertical structures
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, high-performing, and disease-resistant roses
Who should skip it
- Urban gardeners with limited garden beds or small patio spaces
- Residents in regions with intense, unrelenting direct summer sun
- Casual hobbyists who prefer handling plants without protective gear
Performance breakdown
Bloom consistency
Repeat flowering ensures a reliable display from spring through early winter.
Fragrance profile
Delicate fruity Tea notes provide a sophisticated, non-overpowering garden scent.
Climbing versatility
Ideal height for vertical accents on fences or smaller garden walls.
Hardiness range
Exceptional adaptability across USDA zones five through eleven.
Visual impact
Large, multi-petaled rosettes offer a classic, high-end aesthetic.
Brand assurance
Five-year guarantee provides significant peace of mind for long-term planting.
Key Specs
Colour
Light peach-pink
Flowering
Repeat Flowering
Fragrance
Medium, Fruity/Tea
Bloom Size
Large (3.5-5")
Size
Short Climber (Height: 10ft)
Petal Count
90 petals
Year of Introduction
1996
USDA Hardiness Zones
5 through 11
Mature Height
10 feet
Soil Type Preference
Well-Drained
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