David Austin® Abraham Darby® Potted Rose Bush
Introduced in 1985 and Still Highly Sought After Fragrance!
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About David Austin® Abraham Darby® Bare Root Rose Bush
Rosa ‘AUScot’ — David Austin® Abraham Darby®
🧬 Breeder: David Austin® Roses
🌹 A classic English shrub rose celebrated for its enormous blooms, evolving color, and exceptional fragrance.
Abraham Darby® is one of the most beloved English roses in the world, prized for its very large, deeply cupped blooms and unforgettable fragrance. Borne on a vigorous, well-rounded shrub, the flowers open in warm shades of apricot and yellow, gradually softening to coral-pink as they mature, creating a constantly changing display throughout the season. With repeat flowering and a powerful presence in the garden, this rose is a true David Austin® classic.
💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: English Shrub Rose
🎨 Color: Apricot and yellow, aging to coral-pink
🌸 Bloom Form: Very large, cupped blooms
🌼 Bloom Size: Large, approximately 3.5–5 inches
🌸 Petal Count: Approximately 70 petals
🔁 Flowering Habit: Repeat flowering from late spring through early winter
🌼 Fragrance: Strong, rich fruity fragrance with refreshing sharpness
🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌱 Growth Habit: Vigorous, well-rounded shrub
↕️ Height: Approximately 5 ft
↔️ Width: Approximately 5 ft
❄️ Winter Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–11
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
🌿 Soil Preference: Well-drained soil
💛 Why Grace Rose Farm Loves It
Abraham Darby® is a rose that commands attention. Its massive, cupped blooms shift in color as they age, while the strong fruity fragrance fills the garden with every flush. Few roses combine scale, scent, and repeat bloom as effortlessly as this one, making it a cornerstone rose for gardeners who want drama and romance in equal measure.
🌿 Growing & Care Recommendations
Planting Site: Full sun with well-drained soil
Spacing: Allow approximately 5 ft for mature growth
Watering: Regular watering, especially during establishment
Pruning: Prune to shape and encourage strong flowering
Maintenance: Moderate — rewards care with exceptional performance
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