David Austin Rose Port Sunlight

David Austin Rose ‘Port Sunlight’

Plant Fact File:

• Plant Type: Shrub Rose
• Cultivar: ‘Port Sunlight’
• Container Size: 3L
• Height: 20cm (from soil level to the top of the plant)
• Established Height: Approximately 1.2m
• Flower Color: Apricot-yellow
• Flower Form: Double
• Fragrance: Strong, fruity
• Bloom Time: Summer to fall
• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy
• Aspect: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil
• Hardiness: USDA zones 5-9

Description:

The David Austin Rose ‘Port Sunlight’ is a charming shrub rose prized for its beautiful apricot-yellow blooms and strong fruity fragrance. This cultivar comes in a 3L container, with a height of approximately 20cm from soil level to the top of the plant and an established height of around 1.2m. With its upright, bushy growth habit, ‘Port Sunlight’ adds warmth and elegance to any garden setting.

Key Features:

• Apricot-Yellow Blooms: ‘Port Sunlight’ produces double blooms in a delightful shade of apricot-yellow, creating a cheerful and vibrant display from summer to fall.
• Fragrance: The flowers emit a strong fruity fragrance, adding a delightful scent to the garden. The fragrance is particularly noticeable on warm, sunny days, enhancing the overall garden experience.
• Upright Growth Habit: With its upright and bushy growth habit, ‘Port Sunlight’ makes an excellent focal point in borders or can be planted as a standalone specimen. It also performs well in containers, bringing beauty and fragrance to patios and balconies.
• Hardy and Easy to Grow: ‘Port Sunlight’ is hardy in USDA zones 5-9 and is relatively low-maintenance. It thrives in well-draining, fertile soil and prefers full sun to partial shade.

Planting Tips:

1. Choose a sunny to partially shaded location with well-draining soil.
2. Dig a hole slightly larger than the pot size and loosen the soil at the bottom.
3. Carefully remove the plant from its container and gently tease out the roots.
4. Place the plant in the center of the hole and backfill with soil, firming it gently around the roots.
5. Water thoroughly after planting and maintain consistent moisture during the growing season.
6. Mulch around the base of the plant to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
7. Prune lightly in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage new growth.