David Austin® The Prince® Potted Rose Bush
Pure white beauty, quietly timeless
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About David Austin® The Prince® Potted Rose Bush
Rosa ‘AUSvelvet’ — David Austin® The Prince®
🧬 Breeder: David C. H. Austin
🌹 A deeply romantic English Shrub rose with velvety crimson blooms and one of the richest fragrances in the David Austin collection.
The Prince® is a rose of extraordinary depth and intensity, known for its sumptuous, dark crimson blooms that open into full, cupped rosettes with a plush, velvety texture. The color is rich and moody—almost burgundy in certain light—creating a sense of drama and old-world luxury in the garden. Each bloom is densely packed with petals, forming a classic, rounded shape that feels both regal and timeless. Its fragrance is equally remarkable—strong, rich old-rose perfume with layers of complexity that make it truly unforgettable.
💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: English Shrub Rose
🎨 Color: Deep crimson to velvety burgundy
🌸 Bloom Form: Medium-sized, very full, cupped rosettes
🌼 Petal Count: Approximately 80–100 petals
🌼 Fragrance: Strong, rich old-rose fragrance
🔁 Flowering Habit: Repeat flowering from late spring through fall
🌿 Foliage: Dark green foliage that enhances the depth of bloom color
🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌱 Growth Habit: Compact, bushy shrub with a neat, rounded form
↕️ Height: Approximately 3–4 ft
↔️ Width: Approximately 2.5–3 ft
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun for best color and flowering
🛡️ Garden Use: Borders, formal plantings, containers, and intimate garden spaces
💛 Why Grace Rose Farm Loves It
The Prince® feels like a rose from another era—rich, velvety, and quietly powerful. It’s not just the color (which is absolutely stunning), but the way it brings depth and contrast into the garden. We love placing it where it can be appreciated up close, allowing both its intricate bloom form and incredible fragrance to be fully experienced. It’s a perfect choice for collectors and anyone drawn to dramatic, deeply romantic garden palettes.
🌿 Growing & Care Recommendations
Planting Site: Full sun with fertile, well-drained soil
Spacing: Ideal for smaller spaces or as a focal shrub
Watering: Regular watering during establishment and bloom cycles
Pruning: Light to moderate pruning in early spring to maintain shape
Maintenance: Moderate — rewards attentive care with richly fragrant blooms
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