Warm, clear peach-pink shade with a slight rosy undertone. - english rose - very strongly scented, noticeable from a distance rose - distinctly myrrh-like, citrus-scented
– Very double rosette blooms, abundantly repeating
– Warm peach‑pink colour, softly fading to cream
– Very strong, distinct myrrh‑citrus fragrance
– Bushy, upright shrub for beds and containers
– Good heat and drought tolerance, hardy to H7
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Auswonder – apricot English rose – Austin
This David Austin shrub rose from the English Rose Collection combines romantic character with practical reliability for everyday gardens. Generous, very double rosettes in a warm apricot-peach shade repeat flower steadily, while the notably strong, myrrh‑and‑citrus fragrance is evident even from a distance. Its bushy, upright habit reaches around 100–150 cm, forming a rounded, moderately dense shrub that sits well in classic front gardens or cottage-style borders. As an own-root plant it develops a stable, long‑lived bush, regenerating reliably after pruning and building up a balanced framework over the years. With good hardiness and resistance to powdery mildew and black spot, it performs well in typical British conditions, even where soils are heavy but drainage is improved to cope with wet, windy spells near the coast. Suitable for beds, borders or large containers, it settles in quickly: roots in the first year, stronger shoots in the second, and full ornamental value by the third season, supporting a relaxed, low‑stress gardening experience.
Ambridge Rose in different opening phases, from deep peach buds to pale peach-pink blooms.
Closed bud of AUSwonder, showing the deep peach centre and pale pink outer petals.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front garden feature shrub
Ideal as a focal shrub by the front path or gate, where its rounded, upright habit and moderate height create a welcoming presence without overwhelming the space. Repeating clusters of peach‑pink, rosette blooms give a classic English Rose look that blends naturally with traditional brickwork and paving, while own‑root growth helps it age gracefully and recover from pruning or occasional frost damage – particularly suitable for beginners.
Small mixed border in family gardens
Works beautifully in a 1–3 m mixed border with perennials and grasses, where its bushy structure and medium size provide a soft backdrop for seasonal companions. Recurrent flowering means there is colour from early summer into autumn, even if maintenance is limited to the basics, and its own‑root durability reduces the risk of gaps or decline in long‑term plantings – a reassuring choice for busy gardeners.
Cottage-style bed with repeats
In a cottage-style bed, spacing 65 cm apart allows several plants to knit together into a romantic, billowing mass of peach blossoms. The remontant flowering and strong, traditional fragrance give that “old-fashioned rose” feeling, while the shrub’s structural reliability keeps the display neat enough for small plots, offering long-lived charm for aesthetics‑focused owners.
Perfumed seating area or patio edge
Best placed near a bench, terrace or frequently opened door, where its very strong, myrrh‑like, citrus perfume can be appreciated as you pass. The medium maintenance level is manageable with simple deadheading and seasonal feeding, and the repeat flushes ensure scent throughout summer, rewarding even modest care from urban gardeners.
Large containers (40–60 litres)
Suitable for substantial pots of at least 40–50 litres on terraces, paved front gardens or balconies, provided regular watering and feeding are available. The upright, moderately dense growth makes it easy to balance with underplanting such as low grasses or summer bedding, and own‑root resilience helps it cope with repotting and exposure – helpful for space‑limited gardeners.
Partial-shade side garden or narrow strip
Performs reliably with a few hours of sun, making it well suited to side passages, east‑facing frontages or spots that lose light in the afternoon. The shrub remains comparatively upright rather than sprawling for light, retaining an orderly silhouette, while remontant flowering means you still enjoy colour and scent even where shade would limit other plants – encouraging for shaded‑plot owners.
Low, fragrant seasonal hedge
Planted about 55 cm apart, it forms a low, informal hedge along drives or boundaries, punctuated by waves of apricot‑peach blooms. Its moderate disease resistance, strong root system and good winter hardiness support a long service life, and improving drainage at planting helps it stand up to prolonged wet and windy spells in exposed settings – well suited to practical homeowners.
Urban or suburban family garden focal group
A group of three to five plants in a lawn island bed or at the corner of a patio creates an instant ornamental anchor. Over the first three years the own‑root shrubs evolve from establishing roots to stronger shoots and finally a mature, full display, giving dependable structure and colour without complex techniques – ideal for time‑pressed families.
Styling ideas
Classic-front-border – combine with lavender, catmint and low box edging to frame a front path with soft peach tones and blue‑mauve contrast – aimed at lovers of traditional, orderly kerb appeal.
Cottage-mix – weave Auswonder through foxgloves, campanulas and hardy geraniums for a romantic, painterly effect – ideal for those seeking a relaxed cottage look with reliable repeat colour.
Perfumed-patio – place one plant in a large terracotta pot and flank it with herbs such as thyme and rosemary – perfect for small patios where fragrance and easy care matter most.
Soft-hedge – line a short drive or garden boundary with a loose hedge, interspersing plants with ornamental grasses for movement – suitable for homeowners wanting structure without severity.
Shade-relief – brighten an east‑ or north‑easterly aspect by pairing with pale astrantias and white campion – for gardeners needing dependable, scented interest where sun is limited.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Auswonder (AUSwonder), English Rose shrub type; commercial name often listed as Ambridge Rose; part of the English Rose Collection, classified as a romantic garden shrub.
Origin and breeding
Bred by David C. H. Austin in the United Kingdom in 1990 from ‘Charles Austin’ × unknown seedling; introduced after 1992 by David Austin Roses Ltd.
Growth and structural characteristics
Bushy, upright shrub 100–150 cm high and 70–120 cm wide, with moderately dense, matt, dark green foliage and moderate prickliness; forms a rounded, balanced outline over time.
Flower morphology
Large, very double, rosette‑shaped blooms with 40+ petals, generally borne in small clusters; remontant, with a notably abundant second flush under normal garden conditions.
Colour data and phenology
Warm peach‑pink flowers (RHS 36C outer, 23B inner) opening vivid inside then fading to soft pastel with almost cream margins; colour retention moderate, with strong sun accelerating the fading.
Fragrance and aroma
Very strong, distinct myrrh‑like, citrus‑tinged scent, perceptible from a distance in still air; valued as a perfumed garden ornamental rather than for cut‑flower transport resilience.
Hip characteristics
Hip formation generally limited due to very double, repeat‑flowering habit; where present, small spherical orange‑red hips about 8–13 mm in diameter may develop late in the season.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Hardy to about −26 to −23 °C (RHS H7, Swedish zone 4, USDA 5b); good heat tolerance with regular watering; resistant to powdery mildew and black spot, moderate susceptibility to rust.
Horticultural recommendations
Suited to beds, borders, containers and urban plantings; medium maintenance with occasional pest and disease checks; plant 55–100 cm apart depending on use; thrives with partial shade tolerance.
Auswonder combines repeat peach-pink flowering, strong fragrance and a stable own-root shrub habit into a long-lived, easy-care English Rose for those wishing to enrich their garden with reliable charm; consider it where you value beauty that fits real life.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
AUSWONDER – apricot English rose - Austin
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Closed Bud:
Deep peach-coloured centre, with a pale pinkish hue appearing on the outer petals.
Newly Opened Flower:
The inner petals are vivid peach, while the outer petals lighten towards a pale peach.
Full Bloom:
Uniform, medium-intense peach-pink, with the base of the petals a deeper tone.
Before Fading:
Fades to a delicate pastel peach‑pink, becoming almost cream‑coloured at the edges.
Colour Fading Description:
As it opens, the warm peach-pink gradually fades to a pastel, with the margins almost cream-coloured before full bloom; strong sunlight accelerates the fading.
Pollinator Attraction:
Its heavily double flower form makes it of low attractiveness to pollinators because the reduced accessibility of the stamens limits their access.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Its very double blooms conceal the stamens, making it primarily an ornamental variety.
Hip Comment:
Hip formation is expected to be limited due to the double‑flowered blooms and repeat flowering; occasionally spherical, orange‑red hips 8–13 mm in diameter may form.
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.
