Botanical profile

David Austin Rose 'Claire Austin'

Latin name
Rosa 'Claire Austin'
Common name
English Rose ‘Claire Austin’
Type
English rose
Family
Rosaceae

The English rose Rosa 'Claire Austin', created by David Austin, is an elegant climbing variety known for its pure creamy white flowers and exceptional fragrance. Its large, slightly cupped flowers release an intense perfume with notes of myrrh, vanilla, and heliotrope, bringing a rare sensory richness to the garden. Its generous and recurrent blooming extends from early summer until the first frosts. Its flexible and vigorous habit allows it to be trained on an arch, pergola, or wall, where it creates a romantic and luminous effect. Its healthy green foliage perfectly complements the whole, making this rose a refined choice for structuring and beautifying outdoor spaces.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Regular, keeping the soil slightly damp without overwatering
Fertilization
Rose fertilizer for spring and summer
Soil type
Rich, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral
Minimum temperature
-30°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
Creamy white
Fruiting
Small red rose hips late in the season if the faded flowers are kept
Foliage color
Glossy mid-green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Climbing
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
3.5 to 4 m (11 to 13 ft)
Width
8 to 10 ft (2.5 to 3 m)
Growth rate
Moderate
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.