Petal Pals
shrub · 2002
Rosa 'Aushunter'
1.2m (approx. 4 feet)
Height
Repeat
Blooming
Full sun
Light
5–10
Zone
Plant & Flower Traits
Rose type
shrub
Bloom habit
Free-flowering and reliable rebloomer.
Flowering
repeat blooming
Habit
upright
Color
coral
Fragrance
strong
Fragrance Notes
Evolves from zesty lemon to an old world rose scent.
Color Description
Salmon-pink with a yellow reverse/golden tint on the outer side of the petals
🌱 Growth & Garden Habits
Light
Full sun
Height
1.2m (approx. 4 feet)
Spread
1.2m (approx. 4 feet)
Soil
Rich, loamy, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic pH (6.0–6.5).
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5–10
Disease Resistance
Disease resistant, though no rose is disease-proof.
🌿 Care Guide
Watering
Deep watering is recommended; established bushes require one soak of 20 to 30 litres weekly in summer, and twice weekly during heatwaves.
Fertilizer
Heavy feeder; fertilize in spring and again mid-summer with compost, manure, or a granular rose fertilizer.
Pruning
Prune after the first flowering to encourage better and quicker repeat flowering.
Pests & Diseases
Susceptible to fungal problems if air circulation is poor; protect against rabbits and deer in winter.
🧬 Pedigree
Ausgold × unnamed seedling