David Austin Roses Munstead Wood
Best fragrant crimson shrub for classic English-style garden borders.
A modern English rose that delivers intense color and a powerful, layered fragrance. Its compact habit makes it perfect for smaller spaces, offering beauty and scent without demanding a large footprint. While it boasts exceptional qualities, its rich, dark blooms and classic perfume are its defining characteristics.
$40.00
Who it's for
- Gardeners prioritizing intense, classic floral scents for bouquets
- Landscapers seeking dramatic, moody color palettes for garden beds
- Homeowners wanting consistent, season-long color displays
Who should skip it
- Gardeners avoiding plants requiring heavy-duty protective gloves
- Residents in humid climates prone to fungal issues
- Perfectionists desiring rigid, upright stems for every bloom
Performance breakdown
Fragrance Intensity
Rich, layered Old Rose scent that dominates any garden space.
Bloom Aesthetics
Velvety crimson petals offer unmatched depth and visual drama.
Repeat Flowering
Consistent bloom cycles keep the shrub colorful throughout the season.
Growth Habit
Compact, spreading form fits perfectly into smaller garden borders.
Hardiness Range
Robust adaptability across zones 5 through 11 ensures reliable survival.
Container Suitability
Manageable size makes it an ideal candidate for large pots.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Rosa ‘Munstead Wood’
Breeder
David Austin
Year of Introduction
2007
Family
English Shrub Rose
Height
3ft (0.9–1.2m)
Width
3.5ft (0.9–1.2m)
Growth
Compact, bushy, spreading habit
Foliage
Dark green and red-bronze
Thorns
Moderate
Bloom Size
Medium (2-3.5 inches)
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