David Austin Roses Rosa Mundi
Best choice for gardeners seeking a fragrant, visually striking shrub border.
This is a masterclass in garden drama, offering a striking, striped aesthetic that few modern varieties can replicate. You sacrifice the convenience of repeat blooming for a singular, high-impact display that brings unmatched character and fragrance to your borders.
$40.00
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a visually dramatic, historic focal point
- Fragrance lovers creating traditional potpourri or scented gardens
- Cold-climate growers needing a robust, low-maintenance shrub
Who should skip it
- Gardeners wanting continuous color throughout the entire season
- Minimalists looking for low-maintenance, non-spreading plants
- Perfectionists desiring consistent, uniform flower patterns
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Striking striped petals create a dramatic focal point in any garden.
Fragrance Profile
Classic Old Rose scent offers a nostalgic and sophisticated olfactory experience.
Growth Habit
Compact, mounding form provides excellent structure for mixed border arrangements.
Environmental Adaptability
Highly versatile shrub thrives across a wide range of hardiness zones.
Pollinator Appeal
Open petal structure effectively attracts bees to support local garden ecosystems.
Bloom Longevity
Once-blooming cycle requires careful planning for seasonal garden color design.
Key Specs
Mature Height
4.0 feet
Mature Width
4.0 feet
Mature Spread
4.0 feet
Bloom Season
Summer
Flower Color
Pink
Foliage Type
Deciduous
USDA Hardiness Zones
4-11
Light Requirement
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Plant Form
Mounding
Fragrant
True
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