Dark Lady Rose is a classic David Austin rose released in 1991, admired for its deep rose-red to dark red blooms, strong old rose fragrance, and romantic loose peony-like flower form. Also known by the synonym AUSbloom, this variety can be grown as both a shrub rose and a cut rose. With strong disease resistance, excellent reblooming ability, heat tolerance, dark green foliage, and full bushy growth, Dark Lady Rose is a timeless choice for garden beds, borders, containers, fragrant rose collections, and cut flower arrangements.
David Austin Rose
Deep Red Rose
Old Rose Fragrance
Peony-Like Blooms
Repeat Blooming
Product Details
| Name | Dark Lady Rose |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | AUSbloom |
| Origin | David Austin |
| Release Time | 1991 |
| Rose Type | Cut Rose / Shrub Rose |
| Plant | 2-year-old live plant with strong roots |
| Plant Height | Approx. 80–120 cm |
| Flower Diameter | Approx. 8–10 cm |
| Petal Count | Approx. 26–40 petals |
| Color | Deep rose red to dark red |
| Fragrance | Strong old rose fragrance |
Why Choose Dark Lady Rose?
Dark Lady Rose is loved for its rich deep red color and classic English rose character. The blooms range from deep rose red to dark red, creating a bold, romantic, and eye-catching presence in the garden. Its loose peony-like flower form gives each bloom a soft, lush appearance that feels elegant without being overly formal.
This David Austin variety combines fragrance, color, and reliable performance. The strong old rose scent brings a traditional rose aroma to garden spaces and cut flower arrangements, while the plant’s strong reblooming ability provides repeated flowers across multiple seasons, including continuous summer blooming under suitable care. With strong disease resistance, good branching, and heat tolerance, Dark Lady Rose is also suitable for gardeners seeking a beautiful but relatively easy-care red rose.
Garden Performance
- Deep rose-red to dark red blooms with a classic romantic appearance.
- Strong old rose fragrance, ideal for fragrant gardens and bouquets.
- Double flowers with approximately 26–40 petals and a loose peony-like form.
- Repeat blooming across multiple seasons, with strong summer blooming performance.
- Strong disease resistance, including good resistance to common rose issues such as black spot.
- Strong heat tolerance, making it suitable for warm-season garden performance.
- Full bushy growth with dark green leaves, good branching, and an approximate canopy width of 150 cm.
Best For: Gardeners, rose collectors, and floral lovers looking for a classic David Austin deep red rose with strong old rose fragrance, peony-like blooms, repeat flowering, heat tolerance, and reliable disease resistance.
Basic Care Tips
Plant Dark Lady Rose in a sunny location with fertile, well-drained soil. Provide at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day to support strong growth, deep flower color, fragrance, and repeat blooming. Water deeply when the top layer of soil begins to dry, and keep the planting area well ventilated. Prune after flowering to encourage new stems, maintain a balanced shrub shape, and support continuous blooming. For container planting, choose a large pot with good drainage and provide regular feeding during the growing season.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Dark Lady Rose?
Dark Lady Rose features deep rose-red to dark red blooms with a rich and romantic appearance.
Does Dark Lady Rose have fragrance?
Yes. It has a strong old rose fragrance, making it excellent for fragrant gardens and cut flower arrangements.
What is the flower shape of Dark Lady Rose?
It produces double flowers with approximately 26–40 petals and a loose peony-like bloom shape.
Does Dark Lady Rose bloom repeatedly?
Yes. Dark Lady Rose can repeat bloom across multiple seasons and has strong summer blooming performance under suitable care.
Is Dark Lady Rose disease resistant?
Yes. This variety has strong disease resistance, including good resistance to common rose problems such as black spot.
Can Dark Lady Rose be grown in pots?
Yes. Dark Lady Rose can be grown in garden beds, borders, or large containers with good drainage, sunlight, and regular rose care.
Is this a live plant?
Yes. This product is a 2-year-old live rose plant with strong roots.
Shipping Rates
Each order is carefully packed and shipped to you. Shipping rates are determined by the order total:
Under $148: $50
$149 or more: Free
At this time, we ship to addresses within the United States. For international orders, please contact us directly, and we’ll work with you to find a suitable logistics solution.
Delivery Time
We typically need 5–7 business days to process orders, and shipping usually takes another 3–5 business days.
Bare Root Roses Shipping
Bare root roses are live plants with seasonal availability. To ensure the best chance of success, we schedule shipments according to the appropriate planting window for your region, generally between January and May and September and December. Depending on your order date, delivery may occur in the following planting season.
Returns
We take great pride in the quality of our roses and the care that goes into packaging each order. All shipments are sent via USPS, UPS, or FedEx. In the rare event that your roses arrive in unsatisfactory condition, please contact us within 48 hours at support@museroses.com. We’ll do our best to send a replacement of the same or a comparable variety, subject to availability. Alternatively, you may choose to keep the purchase amount as credit for a future order. Or you may return the roses after obtaining our approval, and we will issue a refund once we receive them.
Because roses are perishable items, we are unable to accept any returns or refund requests made without our prior authorization.
Refunds
If you wish to cancel your order and request a refund prior to shipment, please reach out to us promptly. We usually need 3 business days to process the refund, and an additional 7 business days for the credit to be reflected in your account.
Plant Warranty & Replacement Policy
At Muse Roses, we stand behind the quality of our plants and want you to feel confident shopping with us.
If your plant arrives dead, please email us at support@museroses.com within 72 hours of delivery with your order number and clear photos. Once confirmed, we will provide a free replacement.
We also offer a 30-day warranty from the date of delivery. If your plant dies within that period, please contact us with your order number and clear photos. Approved claims will receive a free replacement with the next order.
Please note that we are unable to offer free replacements for plants reported more than 30 days after delivery.
Please note that free replacements under the 30-day warranty are shipped with your next order, not as a separate shipment.
Thank you for your understanding and for choosing Muse Roses.
Rose Planting and Care Guide
Light
Roses thrive in sunlight. During the growing season, they need at least 6 hours of direct light each day. Without sufficient light, they may not bloom — or the blooms may not fully develop.
Temperature
Roses prefer a cool to warm climate, with an optimal temperature range of 18–28°C. When temperatures exceed 33°C, growth may slow. If exposed to intense sun and high heat, provide some shade during midday.
Soil
Use loose, well-aerated, nutrient-rich soil with good drainage. A recommended mix: 40% peat moss, 20% coconut coir, and 40% garden soil.
Water & Fertilizer
Water regularly, but be careful not to overwater. When planting, use organic sheep manure as a base fertilizer. For weekly feeding, a diluted water-soluble fertilizer works well throughout all stages of growth.
Pruning
Prune regularly based on growth needs. Remove diseased branches, deadwood, thin stems, overly dense growth, spent blooms, and excessively long branches by cutting them back. When removing old branches, cut them off at the base.
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