Roses 'A Shropshire Lad' (Rosa 'A Shropshire Lad')

Roses 'A Shropshire Lad'

Also known as: Rosa 'Ausled', David Austin Roses

Winner of the Award of Garden Merit, roses 'A Shropshire Lad' can produce up to 100 pink petals per flower, each giving off a fruity-sweet fragrance. A David Austin variety of rose, this cultivar was named after where it was cultivated. Roses 'A Shropshire Lad' won its fame for its massive and full blooms, sweet perfume, and prolific growth.

Scientific classification

Roses, elms, figs, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Shrub

Plant Type

1.5 m

Plant Height

1.5 m

Spread

Deciduous

Leaf type

Care Guide for Roses 'A Shropshire Lad'

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Potting Mix, Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Roses 'A Shropshire Lad' thrives in well-drained soil with consistent moisture, requiring watering twice a week for optimal growth. It prefers full sun and benefits from mulching to retain soil moisture, supporting vibrant blooms throughout its growing season while maintaining drought tolerance.

Fertilize: Caring for roses 'A Shropshire Lad' involves using balanced nutrition fertilizers with an N-P-K ratio of 10-10-10, applied monthly from spring to summer. Transition to a high nitrogen fertilizer for spring growth, using about 1/4 cup for established roses 'A Shropshire Lad'. Avoid late-season fertilization to prevent frost damage.

Pruning: Roses 'A Shropshire Lad' is a vigorous, fragrant climbing variety with abundant peach-pink blooms. Prune in early spring to enhance airflow, remove dead or crossing stems, and thin crowded areas for healthier growth. Clean, angled cuts promote flowering and maintain vigor, aiding training on trellises or walls.

Propagation: Roses 'A Shropshire Lad' can be propagated through cuttings by selecting healthy stems and making a clean diagonal cut. Use rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining medium, keeping them moist and stable for successful rooting. Consistent, gentle care is essential for establishment.

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