Botanical profile

David Austin Rose 'The Lark Ascending'

Latin name
Rosa 'The Lark Ascending'
Common name
English Rose 'The Lark Ascending'
Type
English rose
Family
Rosaceae

The Rosa 'The Lark Ascending', an English rose developed by David Austin, is distinguished by its soft, luminous apricot semi-double flowers, delicately nuanced with peach tones. Its bushy, supple, and slightly open habit gives it a natural look, ideal for cottage gardens, borders, or mixed plantings. Very floriferous, it offers repeat blooming from early summer until autumn, attracting bees and butterflies with its open, pollen-rich flowers. Its matte green foliage, healthy and disease-resistant, highlights the light and airy appearance of the plant. Undemanding, this rose is appreciated for its ease of cultivation and its natural effect, bringing softness and luminosity 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
Apricot
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
4 ft 11 in (5 ft)
Width
4 ft 11 in (5 ft)
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.