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Ambridge Rose – Large, double, cupped, apricot-colored blooms that turn a paler pink as they age.

2,400.00

The Ambridge Rose is a popular David Austin English shrub rose (introduced 1990) known for its prolific, medium-sized, cupped, and very double blooms in shades of apricot to pink. It is characterized by a strong myrrh fragrance, bushy/upright habit (30-42″ high), repeat flowering throughout the season, and good shade tolerance, though it can be susceptible to mildew.

The Ambridge Rose is a popular, award-winning English shrub rose bred by David Austin in 1990, known for its fragrant, cupped, apricot-pink blooms. It forms a small, bushy shrub (1–2m tall) that is highly disease-resistant, thrives in full sun, and repeats flowers continuously from late spring until frost.

Key Characteristics:
  • Color & Form: Large, double, cupped, apricot-colored blooms that turn a paler pink as they age.
  • Fragrance: Strong and distinct, described as a “myrrh” scent.
  • Size: Grows to approximately 1–2m (3–4 ft) in height and width, making it ideal for beds, borders, and hedging.
  • Habit: Compact and upright.
  • Disease Resistance: Known for being reliable and generally hardy (Zones 5–10).
  • Care: Requires full sun and well-drained soil; best planted in winter or early spring.
The Ambridge Rose is celebrated for its ability to produce an abundance of flowers throughout the growing season, making it a reliable choice for gardeners looking for a highly fragrant and visually appealing shrub.
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