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The Generous Gardener
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shrub · 2002

The Generous Gardener

David Austin✦ strong fragrance

120-150 cm

Height

Repeat

Blooming

Full sun

Light

5–9

Zone

Plant & Flower Traits

Rose type

shrub

Bloom size

Large

Bloom habit

Usually solitary or small clusters

Petal count

Double

Flowering

repeat blooming

Habit

arching

Color

pink

Fragrance

strong

Foliage

Mid-green

Foliage surface

Semi-glossy

Fragrance Notes

A strong and delicious fragrance with aspects of old rose, musk, and myrrh.

Color Description

Soft pink, fading to paler blush-pink on the outer petals.

🌱 Growth & Garden Habits

Light

Full sun

Height

120-150 cm

Spread

120 cm

Soil

Rich, well-draining soil with organic matter.

Hardiness Zone

Zone 5–9

Disease Resistance

Good resistance to common rose diseases

🌿 Care Guide

Watering

Regular watering required, keeping soil consistently moist but well-drained.

Fertilizer

Use a balanced rose fertilizer throughout the growing season.

Pruning

Prune in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth and maintain shape.

Pests & Diseases

Generally disease resistant, but typical rose pests like aphids can occur.

🧬 Pedigree

AUSrel x Seedling

🏆 Awards & Recognition

None notable in major global trials.

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