The Aya rose is a specialized shrub rose variety developed by Poulsen Roser A/S of Denmark.
Key Details About Aya™ Shrub Rose:
- Origin: Developed by Poulsen Roser in Denmark, as part of their internationally produced pot and garden rose collection.
- Recognition: It was awarded the “Most perfumed rose” by the Ladies Committee at the International Contest of New Roses in Hradec Králové (2013) and a Gold Medal by the Japan Rose Society in Tokyo (2012).
- Characteristics: It is described as a fragrant, high-quality, and durable shrub rose suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.
General Characteristics of Poulsen Renaissance Shrub Roses (The group to which Aya belongs):
- Appearance: They feature large, full blooms with an “old-fashioned” look.
- Durability: They are known for being hardy, healthy, and having blooms that do not droop easily.
- Bloom Cycle: They are repeat bloomers, flowering from early spring well into autumn.
- Disease Resistance: These shrubs generally have good to excellent disease resistance.
Care Tips:
- Pruning: It is recommended to prune them by one-third in February/March.
- Maintenance: Regular deadheading (removing faded blooms) is advised to promote continuous blooming.
