David Austin Roses Fantin Latour
Best fragrant shrub for gardeners seeking classic, low-maintenance floral beauty.
This vigorous shrub brings a sophisticated, painterly aesthetic to the garden with its deeply fragrant, cupped blooms. While it demands a sunny spot to truly thrive, the trade-off is a reliable, shapely classic that anchors a mixed border with effortless, old-world charm.
$40.00
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a classic, powerful Old Rose fragrance
- Romantics desiring the historical, cupped Cabbage Rose aesthetic
- Landscapers needing vigorous shrubs for hedging or wall training
Who should skip it
- Gardeners wanting continuous blooms throughout the entire season
- Residents in humid climates with limited airflow
- Families needing safe, thorn-free plants for high-traffic areas
Performance breakdown
Fragrance Intensity
The classic Old Rose scent provides a powerful, garden-filling aromatic experience.
Bloom Aesthetics
Cupped-to-reflexed petals offer a sophisticated, artistic look for any landscape.
Growth Vigor
A robust, shapely shrub that establishes itself reliably in most garden settings.
Environmental Adaptability
Highly versatile across soil types and a wide range of hardiness zones.
Seasonal Bloom Duration
Limited to a single summer flowering period rather than continuous seasonal blooms.
Support Guarantee
Five-year guarantee and lifetime support offer exceptional long-term peace of mind.
Key Specs
Mature Height
6.0 feet
Mature Width
5.0 feet
Bloom Season
Summer
Evergreen/Deciduous Type
Deciduous
Soil Type Preference
Well-Drained
Fragrant Flowers
True
Plant Form
Mounding
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zones 5-10
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Bloom Colour
Mid pink deepening to shell pink
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