David Austin Roses The Ingenious Mr. Fairchild
Best fragrant shrub rose for gardeners seeking vibrant, repeat-blooming mixed borders.
This rose is the ultimate low-maintenance showstopper, delivering a constant stream of vibrant, fuchsia-cupped blooms without the typical fussiness of English varieties. While it demands a spot in full sun to truly thrive, the trade-off is a reliable, mounded shrub that perfumes your entire garden with a sophisticated mix of raspberry and mint.
$40.00
Who it's for
- Gardeners prioritizing sensory experiences and classic floral perfumes
- Romantics seeking quintessential English Rose aesthetics for their landscape
- Landscapers needing versatile plants for vertical or shrub displays
Who should skip it
- Gardeners living in consistently wet or humid climates
- Rose enthusiasts wanting constant, heavy blooms all season long
- People planting in areas with harsh, direct afternoon sun
Performance breakdown
Fragrance complexity
Layered notes of raspberry, peach, and mint create a sophisticated profile.
Bloom consistency
Repeat-flowering habit ensures vibrant color throughout the entire summer season.
Environmental adaptability
Thrives across a wide range of zones and soil conditions effortlessly.
Structural form
Naturally mounded habit requires minimal pruning to maintain a tidy shape.
Visual impact
Deeply cupped fuchsia petals offer a striking focal point for borders.
Maintenance ease
Requires standard rose care but rewards gardeners with vigorous, healthy growth.
Key Specs
Mature Height
4ft
Mature Width
4ft
Bloom Season
Summer
Type
Deciduous
Soil Type
Well-Drained
Fragrant Flowers
Yes
Plant Form
Mounding
USDA Hardiness Zones
5-10
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Colour
Fuchsia
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