Petal Pals
english · 2005
Rosa 'AUSbrother'
3–4 feet
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Shade OK
Light
5–11
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
english
Bloom size
3.5 inches
Bloom habit
tangerine orange blooms with yellow-orange on the outside of the petals
Flowering
Repeat-flowering
Habit
Upright, bushy, and compact
Color
apricot
Fragrance
Strong
Fragrance Notes
A strong, complex fruity fragrance characterized by distinct notes of pear, grape, and citrus (often described as having a hint of Darjeeling tea or lychee).
Color Description
Dark red buds open to cupped blooms of rich tangerine-orange on the inside with a yellow-orange reverse/exterior. Foliage is initially dark bronze-green and glossy, maturing to deep green.
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Height
3–4 feet
Spread
3 feet
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil; benefits from added compost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–11
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil moist but well-drained; use organic mulch to help retain moisture.
Fertilizer
Apply fertilizer throughout the growing and flowering season, continuing into the fall.
Pruning
Prune once annually; follow standard shrub rose pruning practices.
Pests & Diseases
Spiny; susceptible to common rose pests and diseases.
🧬 Pedigree
Cross of two unnamed seedlings
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Award of Garden Merit (2012) and various international fragrance awards