Climbing David Austin Rose Claire Austin

Climbing David Austin Rose ‘Claire Austin’

Plant Fact File:

• Plant Type: Climbing Rose
• Cultivar: ‘Claire Austin’
• Container Size: 3L
• Height: 20cm (from soil level to the top of the plant)
• Established Height: Approximately 3m
• Flower Color: Creamy white
• Flower Form: Double, rosette-shaped
• Fragrance: Strong, myrrh fragrance with hints of meadowsweet and vanilla
• Bloom Time: Spring to fall
• Growth Habit: Vigorous, climbing
• Aspect: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil
• Hardiness: USDA zones 5-9

Description:

The Climbing David Austin Rose ‘Claire Austin’ is an exquisite rose cultivar known for its beautiful creamy white blooms and strong myrrh fragrance. Delivered in a 3L container, this climbing rose features lush, double flowers with a rosette shape, creating an enchanting display in garden landscapes. With a height of approximately 20cm from soil level to the top of the plant and an established height of around 3m, ‘Claire Austin’ adds vertical interest and fragrance to outdoor spaces.

Key Features:

• Creamy White Blooms: ‘Claire Austin’ showcases stunning creamy white blooms, each displaying a classic rosette form reminiscent of English garden roses. The abundant petals and elegant coloring create a timeless and romantic appeal in garden settings.
• Fragrance: Renowned for its strong myrrh fragrance with hints of meadowsweet and vanilla, the scent of ‘Claire Austin’ fills the air with a captivating and delightful aroma. Plant this climbing rose near outdoor seating areas or along garden paths to enjoy its enchanting fragrance throughout the growing season.
• Vigorous Climbing Habit: With its vigorous climbing habit, ‘Claire Austin’ produces long, flexible canes that can be trained to climb trellises, arbors, or pergolas. Its prolific blooms and lush foliage create a stunning vertical accent in the landscape, adding height and interest to garden structures.
• Hardy and Easy to Grow: ‘Claire Austin’ is hardy in USDA zones 5-9 and thrives in well-draining, fertile soil in full sun to partial shade. Regular pruning and training help maintain its vigorous growth and shape while encouraging continuous flowering.

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 amend the soil with organic matter if needed.
3. Carefully remove the plant from its container and gently loosen the roots.
4. Position the plant at the base of the support structure and spread out the roots.
5. Backfill the hole with soil, firming it gently around the roots.
6. Water thoroughly after planting and provide regular water during the establishment period.
7. Train the canes to climb the support structure and secure them with ties as needed.
8. Prune as needed to shape and control growth, and feed with a balanced fertilizer in spring for optimal performance.