Tess of the d'Urbervilles
Rosa 'Ausmove'
Planting Guide
| Spacing | 36-48 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Bud union at or slightly below soil level. |
| Chilling hours | 200-400 (Clifton Park typically receives 1000+ hours). |
| Life expectancy | 10+ years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2025 |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun - Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Well-draining, loamy soil rich in organic matter. |
| Soil pH | 6.0-6.5 |
| Zones | 4-11 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Ovate (Egg-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Dark green. |
| Bloom | Crimson red. |
| Fruit | Hip |
| Evergreen | Deciduous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Hardwood cuttings, softwood cuttings, budding. |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
|---|---|
| Deer | Not Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Edible |
| Companions | Salvia, Nepeta, Lavandula, Clematis |
Where it came from
| Grower | David Austin Roses |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Water deeply at the base to avoid wetting foliage. Mulch to retain moisture.
Maintenance
Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and remove dead wood. Deadhead to encourage reblooming.
Cleanup
Remove fallen leaves to prevent disease. Apply winter protection in colder zones.
Notes
English shrub rose bred by David Austin. Can be trained as a small climber.