The Ancient Mariner™ David Austin Rose

You've come to expect a certain level of excellence from David Austin roses yet this newest cultivar sets the bar even higher! The Ancient Mariner David Austin rose delivers an abundance of larger than life blooms on an equally over-sized shrub. Each rose is a feast of 160 petals that are a deep pink in the center which pales to lighter shades on the outer edges. Once fully open, golden stamen come into view, adding more color interest to an already irresistible blossoms. Where fragrance is concerned you won't be disappointed as the flowers release a powerful myrrh aroma. Its deep and dashing green foliage makes for a perfect backdrop to its plush flowers. Water generously until established, prune in winter, and fertilize in spring and summer and The Ancient Mariner will reward you with phenomenal roses from summer until frost settles in. Besides its majestic floral performance this shrub outshines others with superior health and vigorous growth as well. Plant this dependable and sizable shrub your garden and enjoy its timeless beauty for years to come.