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The Wedgwood Rose
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climber · 2009

The Wedgwood Rose

Rosa 'Ausjosiah'

David Austin✦ strong fragrance

5-11 ft

Height

Repeat

Blooming

Full sun

Light

5–11

Zone

Plant & Flower Traits

Rose type

climber

Bloom size

3.5-5 inches

Bloom habit

Produced in flushes; blooms in sprays.

Petal count

Approximately 70 petals.

Flowering

repeat blooming

Habit

climbing

Color

pink

Fragrance

strong

Foliage

Dark green.

Foliage surface

Glossy.

Fragrance Notes

Fruity, sometimes described with hints of clove or myrrh.

Color Description

Soft rose-pink with a blush reverse, fading to pale pink or cream at the edges

🌱 Growth & Garden Habits

Light

Full sun

Height

5-11 ft

Spread

4-11 ft

Soil

Fertile, well-drained soil.

Hardiness Zone

Zone 5–11

Disease Resistance

Good disease resistance.

🌿 Care Guide

Watering

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry down between waterings; deep watering is recommended to encourage deep roots.

Fertilizer

Not specified

Pruning

Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead, diseased, or rubbing wood; as a climber, it prefers guidance and tying in new shoots to spread evenly rather than heavy cutting.

Pests & Diseases

Generally healthy and robust; specific pests/diseases not detailed.

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