Rosa 'Auscat' (Auscat Rose, Winchester Cathedralâ„¢ Rose)


Botanical Information

FamilyRosaceae
GenusRosa
Cultivar'Auscat'
SynonymsRosa 'Winchester Cathedral'
Tradmarked NameWinchester Cathedral™
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (deciduous)
OriginDavid Austin, Sr., 1988.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone6
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone5 - 6a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7 - H6
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-23 - (-18)
Temperature (°F)-10 - 0
Height1.2 m
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodJune, July, August

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionA continuous-blooming English rose with large, white flowers, a fresh, sweet fragrance, and a slightly untidy form.
ShapeBushy, branching habit.
LandscapeExcellent as an ornamental addition to any garden.
CultivationGrow in full sun in a rich, moist, well-drained soil.
PestsResistant to most rose disease, but leafhoppers, sawflies, caterpillars and aphids may cause damage.
Notable SpecimensRHS Garden Rosemoor, North Devon, England.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionLeaves are medium green and remain healthy throughout the growing season.
Flower DescriptionFlowers are large and white, up to 9 cm in diameter, and, although loose and somewhat untidy, they clean well when spent. Fragrance is fresh and sweet, reminiscent of honey and almond blossoms.

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