Pat Austin
The Pat Austin™ rose, named in honor of David Austin's late wife, is a stunning English Shrub Rose introduced in 1995. It boasts large, deeply cupped blooms in a vibrant bright copper that gracefully fades to a softer copper-yellow. Celebrated for its strong, warm tea fragrance and robust, elegantly arching growth, this repeat-flowering variety blooms from late spring through early winter. It thrives in full sunlight and is adaptable to all soil types, reaching a medium shrub size of approximately 4ft high by 3 1/2ft wide. This rose comes with a 5-year guarantee.
$40.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.2
/ 5
Category Rank
2492
/ 2609
#2492 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+2%
Above average
Mature Height
4.0
/ feet
Who it's for
- Striking Copper Color
- Classic Deeply Cupped Blooms
- Excellent Repeat Flowering
Who should skip it
- Severe Nodding Habit
- Rapid Color Fading
- Awkward Growth Structure
Key Specs
Mature Height
4.0 feet
Mature Width
3.5 feet
Bloom Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Soil Type
Well-Drained
USDA Hardiness Zones
5-10
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Fragrant Flowers
Yes
Color
Copper (may pale to copper-yellow)
Features
- Striking copper to yellow blooms
- Strong, warm tea fragrance
- Repeat flowering season
- Elegant arching growth
- Adaptable to various soils
- Tolerates full sun
- 5-year guarantee included
What customers say
The Pat Austin rose garners strong praise primarily for its spectacular aesthetic qualities. Gardeners consistently love the intense, deep coppery orange hue, often calling it a glowing sunset bloom. This unique coloration, paired with a powerful, classic tea rose fragrance, creates significant sensory appeal. Reviewers also note the plant's vigor and quick establishment. However, enthusiasm is tempered by its growth habit. The large, cupped blooms tend to nod or weep, frequently requiring staking for proper display. Some users also report that the vibrant color fades in harsh sunlight, shortening bloom life. Ultimately, the sheer visual impact and powerful scent make this a highly sought after variety, outweighing the structural maintenance required.
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