Botanical profile

Rose David Austin 'The Ancient Mariner'

Latin name
Rosa 'The Ancient Mariner'
Common name
English Rose 'The Ancient Mariner'
Type
English rose
Family
Rosaceae

Rosa 'The Ancient Mariner', David Austin's iconic English rose, captivates with its large, bright, deep pink flowers, delicately nuanced and with classic charm. This vigorous shrub rose has a slightly open, bushy habit, ideal for beds, borders, or mixed plantings. Its repeat flowering, abundant from early summer until the first frosts, is accompanied by a rich fragrance with notes of myrrh. The well-formed, deeply cupped flowers are set off by healthy, dense green foliage. Very floriferous and robust, it attracts pollinators and fits equally well into contemporary and traditional gardens. Easy to maintain, it is an excellent choice for bringing lasting colour, structure, and elegance to the garden.

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
Pink
Fruiting
Small red rose hips late in the season if the faded flowers are kept
Foliage color
Glossy mid-green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Shrubby
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1.25 m (4.1 ft)
Width
1.25 m (4.1 ft)
Growth rate
Moderate
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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