Description
Rosa ‘Olivia Rose Austin’ is a stunning English shrub rose bred by David Austin in 2014. It has won numerous awards including the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit. This rose features soft pink, cupped flowers with a classic old rose fragrance. It has a strong, bushy habit with dark green foliage that provides an excellent backdrop for its stunning blooms. It is a repeat bloomer, producing flowers from early summer through to autumn. This versatile shrub rose is ideal for planting in borders, mixed beds, or as a standalone specimen. It grows to a height of 1.2m and a spread of 1m.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Olivia Rose Austin Rose
- Hardiness:Fully hardy
- How big will I get? Rosa ‘Olivia Rose Austin’ can grow to a height of 1.1m and a spread of 1.1m.
- Did You Know That:Roses come in many different colors, each with its own symbolic meaning. For example, red roses represent love and passion, while yellow roses represent friendship and joy?
Plant Calendar
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Care Guide
Soil Requirements
Rosa ‘Olivia Rose Austin’ prefers moist but well-draining soil. This plant can grow in soil with a wide range of pH levels, it is not picky about the pH level of the soil.
Best Position
Rosa ‘Olivia Rose Austin’ can handle either an exposed or a sheltered position and can cope with either full sun or partial shade.
Maintenance
Rosa ‘Olivia Rose Austin’ should be pruned in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. Begin by removing any dead, damaged, or diseased wood from the plant, making sure to sterilize your pruning shears between cuts to prevent the spread of disease. Next, cut back any old wood to encourage the growth of new shoots, cutting back to a healthy bud or lateral branch. Remove any weak or spindly growth that won’t produce good blooms, focusing on leaving strong, healthy shoots that will produce plenty of flowers. Finally, shape the plant by cutting back any overly long or unruly shoots, creating a more compact, attractive plant. By following these steps, you can keep your shrub roses healthy and blooming beautifully year after year.
Pest, Diseases and Wildlife
Rosa ‘Olivia Rose Austin’ can have problems with aphids, leafhoppers, and scale insects , it can be vulnerable to certain diseases such as black spot, rust and powdery mildews. It is also known to attract bees, butterflies and other pollinators. It is not considered to be toxic.
