Soft, pale pink petals with the outer petal edges slightly lighter. - English rose - strong, long-lasting fragrant rose - scent description not available
– Soft pastel pink blooms, beautifully cupped.
– Strong, long-lasting classic rose fragrance.
– Reliable repeat flowering through summer.
– Hardy shrub for colder climates, RHS H7.
– Versatile for beds, hedges and containers.
– Special feature: Named after historic Alnwick Castle and its famous gardens.
Environmental compatibility – Variety guarantee
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
21,30 £
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Ausgrab – pink English rose – Austin
Created by David Austin, Ausgrab is a romantic pink English shrub rose that brings traditional charm to modern British gardens with remarkably reliable flowering and a naturally bushy, upright habit that fits effortlessly into mixed borders and front-garden schemes. Its medium-height structure is easy to place, while the cupped, very full blooms fade beautifully from deeper pink to soft pastel tones, giving long-lasting colour interest through the season. Strong, enduring fragrance adds classic rose character, making simple paths, patios and entrance beds feel quietly luxurious without complicated care routines. As an own-root plant it develops steadily, supporting a genuinely long-lived, stable presence that copes well where gardens face frequent rain and wind near exposed coasts. Grown in a 2-litre pot, it is straightforward to plant and manage, settling in well as roots strengthen, growth thickens and by the third year a full ornamental effect appears with dependable, remontant flushes of bloom. With moderate maintenance needs and adaptable garden use in beds, borders and larger containers, Ausgrab offers reassuring ease for those who want a classic look, subtle romantic charm and a practical, family-friendly rose that simply works in everyday conditions.
Alnwick Castle rose in soft pink full bloom.
Deep pink closed bud of Alnwick Castle.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front garden feature rose
Medium height and a bushy, upright habit make Ausgrab ideal near the front door or along a low path, giving a visible focus that stays in scale with small gardens and terraces while flowering repeatedly through summer for beginners
Classic cottage-style border
The cupped, very full blooms and soft pink tones blend naturally with perennials such as iris and gypsophila, creating a relaxed, romantic cottage feel without needing complex pruning or regimented spacing, suiting style-conscious owners
Season-long colour in mixed beds
Good repeat flowering and colour retention ensure that once established, Ausgrab keeps beds lively with fresh clusters of flowers, reducing gaps and providing a dependable backbone of pastel colour that reassures busy gardeners
Patio and large-container planting
Its moderate size and upright shape suit a substantial 40–50 litre container, where own-root growth gradually fills the pot and forms a solid, long-lived shrub that can frame seating or entrances, attractive for urban households
Low, informal flowering hedge
Regular spacing at 45 cm creates a loose, flowering line with enough height for privacy yet still easy to trim lightly; own-root plants knit together steadily into a coherent hedge that matures reliably for family gardens
Long-lived focal shrub in small borders
As an own-root rose, Ausgrab can regenerate from its base and maintain a balanced structure for many years, giving a stable centrepiece that withstands routine cutting back and evolving planting schemes valued by long-term planners
Weather-tolerant coastal border
Moderate disease resistance, hardy to H7, and a sturdy shrub form make it a sound option where beds face strong breezes and frequent wet spells, supporting low-hassle care in exposed spots for seaside owners
Family-friendly scented corner
Strong, long-lasting fragrance and numerous medium-sized blooms create a richly scented nook near seating; as roots build in year one and top growth expands in year two, by year three the rose offers full visual and aromatic reward for scent-lovers
Styling ideas
Cottage-porch charm – Plant Ausgrab by a front path with lavender and catmint to frame your doorway in soft pinks and blues – ideal for cottage-style enthusiasts
Soft-pink ribbon – Use a row of plants as a low hedge, interplanted with dwarf iris for contrasting texture – suitable for boundary-conscious homeowners
Pastel patio pot – Grow one Ausgrab in a 50-litre container with trailing periwinkle at the base for easy, moveable colour – convenient for balcony and patio users
Romantic mixed bed – Combine with white gypsophila and pale foxgloves to create gentle height layers around the rose – appealing to romantic-border creators
Scented seating nook – Position near a garden bench in a small group of three to build a bushy, perfumed backdrop – perfect for relaxation-focused gardeners
Technical cultivar profile
Property
Data
Name and registration
Ausgrab, English shrub rose from the English Rose Collection; registered cultivar name AUSgrab, marketed as Alnwick Castle and as a romantic pink English rose.
Origin and breeding
Bred by David C. H. Austin in the United Kingdom from an unknown seedling crossed with ‘Golden Celebration’; introduced in 2001 by David Austin Roses Ltd.
Growth and structural characteristics
Bushy, upright shrub reaching 100–150 cm in height and 60–100 cm spread, with moderately dense, mid‑green, slightly glossy foliage and moderate prickliness on the stems.
Flower morphology
Medium-sized, cupped, very full double flowers with 40+ petals, borne in clusters; remontant with a reliable second flush that is also abundantly flowered in suitable conditions.
Colour data and phenology
Soft pink blooms opening from deeper buds, fading to pastel and finally very pale tones; good colour retention, with outer petal edges slightly lighter for a gentle, blended effect.
Fragrance and aroma
Strong, long-lasting fragrance typical of English roses; precise scent notes are not documented, but flowers hold their perfume well through successive flushes in summer.
Hip characteristics
Produces spherical orange-red hips in moderate quantities, 10–15 mm in diameter, adding discreet autumn interest without overwhelming the overall ornamental effect of the shrub.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Hardy to around −26 to −23 °C (RHS H7, USDA 5b); moderate overall disease resistance with good black spot tolerance and moderate susceptibility to powdery mildew and rust.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in sunny positions with fertile, well-drained soil; medium maintenance with occasional pest and disease control, suitable for beds, borders, hedging, cut flowers and large containers.
Ausgrab offers repeat pastel pink blooms, strong fragrance and a steadily maturing own-root shrub for long-lived, low-fuss structure in family gardens, making it a thoughtful choice when planning your next rose planting.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
AUSGRAB – pink English rose - Austin
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Closed Bud:
Deep pink bud, its tip gently lightening.
Newly Opened Flower:
Brighter pink at the centre, fading to a paler shade towards the edges.
Full Bloom:
Even pastel pink, the edges of the outermost petals are paler.
Before Fading:
Fading, very pale pink with almost whitish tones in places.
Colour Fading Description:
During opening it fades from deep pink to a pastel shade and, before the bloom dies back, to a very pale, in places almost whitish-pink.
Pollinator Attraction:
Semi-double blooms (13–25 petals) moderately attract pollinators because the semi-double form leaves stamens partially accessible, so pollen and nectar remain reasonably available to insects.
Our product is a rose grown with pharmaROSA®’s unique cultivation technology!
2-litre, own-root, potted rose.
With a shoot system appropriate to the season.
With a root system that thoroughly permeates the growing medium.
Quality compliant with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
Supplied in unique packaging that prevents damage.
Can be planted during frost-free periods.
True-to-variety rose bush with a unique identifier.
The pharmaROSA® own-root potted rose is a well-rooted plant that supports reliable establishment when planted and cared for properly, so it can be planted whenever the soil is not frozen.
Crop overview: several varieties and growth stages in a short crop section.Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.Root system: demonstration of a vigorous root system permeating the growing medium, by removing the pot.Balance: mature plant with root system and shoots in harmony with each other.
Information about the videos
The video series is not a “seasonal showcase”; it illustrates the essence of pharmaROSA® own-root cultivation in a tangible way: how the plant is built up, what the root system is like and how the shoot system regenerates. The recordings were therefore made at different times and with plants at various stages of development, so mixed foliage levels and differing stages of growth may appear in the videos. They are not a ‘sample’ of the batch dispatched, but a visual explanation of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose available to order — typical for the given period and similar to what you can expect to receive in the parcel — is shown in the upper part of the product page.
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Company details
PharmaRosa Ltd. Company registration number: 01-09-717479 VAT number: 13075314-2-43 Plant health registration no.: HU130721 Bank account (IBAN): HU85117631891388688400000000 BIC (SWIFT): OTPVHUHB Bank name: OTP Bank Nyrt.
