Petal Pals
english · 1992
Golden Celebration English Rose
Rosa 'AUSgold'
4-5 ft (up to 6 ft in warm climates)
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–9
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
english
Bloom size
Large (4-5 inches)
Bloom habit
Small clusters
Petal count
Very full (55+ petals)
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
yellow
Fragrance
strong
Foliage
Glossy green
Foliage surface
Glossy
Fragrance Notes
Delicious strong tea fragrance with fresh citrus fruit notes
Color Description
Rich golden yellow; petals may take on a hint of red on the edges in cooler weather
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
4-5 ft (up to 6 ft in warm climates)
Spread
3.5-4 ft
Soil
Rich, fertile, humus-heavy soil with good drainage; add compost at planting
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–9
Disease Resistance
Excellent — one of the more reliable Austin roses for disease resistance, though black spot can appear in humid climates
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Water deeply once or twice a week in dry spells, keeping foliage dry to limit disease
Fertilizer
Feed in early spring when growth begins and again after the first flush of blooms; avoid overfeeding late in the season
Pruning
Prune in late winter/early spring, reducing main stems by about one third to an outward-facing bud; deadhead through the season to encourage repeat bloom
Pests & Diseases
Generally very healthy; watch for aphids on new growth and occasional black spot in humid summers
🧬 Pedigree
Charles Austin × Whisky Mac
🏆 Awards & Recognition
RHS Award of Garden Merit (2012)