Petal Pals
shrub · 2018
Emily Brontë
Rosa 'Ausearnshaw'
3 to 5 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–11
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom size
Large (3.5-5 inches)
Bloom habit
Neat, flat blooms with smaller central petals deepening to rich apricot surrounding deep-set stamens.
Petal count
106 petals
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
bushy
Color
pink
Fragrance
moderate
Foliage
Green
Foliage surface
Healthy green foliage
Fragrance Notes
Strong Tea scent that becomes more Old Rose, with hints of lemon and grapefruit.
Color Description
Soft pink blooms with a rich apricot center and a button eye, fading to cream at the edges.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
3 to 5 feet
Spread
3 to 4 feet
Soil
Well-drained soil enriched with organic matter.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–11
Disease Resistance
Noted as disease resistant.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Consistent moisture is preferred; give the rose a good soak and allow it to draw from that reserve.
Fertilizer
Regular feeding throughout the growing season is recommended to support repeat blooming.
Pruning
Prune annually, typically in late winter or early spring, to maintain shape, encourage new growth, and promote prolific flowering. Prune back stems by approximately 1/3 of their total height and remove dead or damaged wood.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to common rose pests and diseases such as aphids, caterpillars, black spot, rust, and mildew.