Emily Bronte
Rosa 'Ausearnest'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 3.5-4 ft apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Graft union at or slightly below soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 15+ years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2024 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Rich, well-draining loam |
| Soil pH | 6.0-7.0 |
| Zones | 5-11 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Ovate (Egg-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Green |
| Bloom | Soft pink with apricot center |
| Fruit | Hip |
| Evergreen | Deciduous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Grafting, stem cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
|---|---|
| Deer | Not Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Edible |
| Companions | Lavender, Nepeta, Salvia, Geranium |
Where it came from
| Grower | David Austin |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Water at the soil level to prevent fungal issues. Deadhead regularly.
Maintenance
Prune dead or crossing branches in early spring.
Cleanup
Clear fallen leaves away from the base before winter.
Notes
Very robust, exceptionally healthy shrub rose by David Austin.