The Wedgwood Rose
Best choice for gardeners seeking continuous blooms and classic floral fragrance.
Discover The Wedgwood Rose, a distinguished shrub or climbing rose from the UK, introduced in 2000. This exquisite variety boasts soft pink blooms with a delicate fruit and lilac fragrance, featuring dense, double petals that create a silken appearance. Celebrated for its repeat blooming, it offers continuous flowers across multiple seasons. The rose exhibits vigorous growth with lush foliage and branches, and demonstrates good resistance to common diseases. It's a highly desirable plant for its aesthetic appeal and consistent performance, adding beauty and fragrance to any garden.
$59.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
857
/ 2598
#857 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+50%
Above average
Origin
United Kingdom
/ United Kingdom
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a classic, romantic aesthetic for their landscape
- Fragrance lovers wanting a strong, sweet scent in their garden
- Landscapers needing versatile, repeat-blooming plants for vertical interest
Who should skip it
- Perfectionists who prefer blooms that stand perfectly upright
- Gardeners in regions with intense, unrelenting summer sun
- Casual gardeners who prefer low-maintenance, thornless plant varieties
Performance breakdown
Bloom consistency
Repeat blooming ensures a vibrant garden display across three full seasons.
Fragrance intensity
A sophisticated blend of fruity and clove notes elevates any outdoor space.
Disease resilience
Strong natural defenses against powdery mildew and black spot simplify maintenance.
Structural support
Soft, arching branches require dedicated trellising or support to maintain form.
Weather tolerance
While heat-hardy, the delicate petals struggle during periods of heavy rain.
Growth vigor
Rapid development creates lush, full foliage quickly in suitable climate zones.
Key Specs
Origin
United Kingdom
Release year
2000
Type
Shrub Roses / Climbing Roses
Flower diameter
6-10 cm
Petals
Approximately 65-70
Growth rate
Fast
Bloom season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Evergreen/Deciduous
Semi-Evergreen
Features
- Soft pink blooms with fruit and lilac fragrance
- Dense, double petals create a silken appearance
- Repeats blooming throughout multiple seasons
- Vigorous growth with lush foliage
- Good disease resistance
- Hardy and heat-tolerant
- Classic English cupped flower shape
- Strong fruity and clove fragrance
What customers say
Reviewers overwhelmingly cherish The Wedgwood Rose for its exceptional beauty and intoxicating fragrance. The large, deeply cupped soft pink blooms offer a luminous quality as they mature. Its strong, complex fruity scent significantly enhances the garden atmosphere. Customers value its reliable vigor and consistent repeat flowering throughout the season, making it a dependable performer. While the heavy blooms sometimes require support, most enthusiasts agree that the rose's unique aesthetic and powerful aroma fully justify the premium investment. It is highly recommended as a romantic centerpiece for any garden.
Know before you buy
It is versatile enough to be grown as either a shrub or a climber. Because it has soft, arching branches, you will need to provide a trellis, fence, or wall for support if you intend to train it as a climber.
The Wedgwood Rose shows good resistance to common issues like powdery mildew and black spot. However, it does have a known weakness to heavy rain, which can affect the blooms, so keep this in mind if you live in a particularly wet climate.
Yes, it is a repeat bloomer. You can expect consistent flowers from spring through summer and into the fall, provided the plant receives adequate care and sunlight.
Yes, it is suitable for containers. Just ensure you use a large enough pot to accommodate its vigorous growth and provide a sturdy support structure for its softer, arching canes.
The fragrance is strong and complex, featuring a blend of soft fruit notes mixed with a distinct clove scent. It is one of the more aromatic varieties in the David Austin collection.
It thrives in full sun to partial sun. For the best bloom production and overall plant health, aim for a spot that receives at least six hours of direct sunlight daily.
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