Patience Rose is an elegant David Austin rose released in 2012, valued as both a cut rose and shrub rose. Also known by the synonym AUSpastor, this variety features soft cream-white blooms that gradually reveal a light yellow center as they open. Its large 8–10 cm double flowers have a plump, rounded, cup-shaped form with layered petals, creating a refined and graceful look for bouquets, potted displays, garden beds, and floral arrangements. With rich myrrh fragrance, strong disease resistance, moderate heat and cold tolerance, abundant flowering, and fast reblooming from spring to autumn, Patience Rose is a beautiful and versatile choice for rose lovers.
David Austin Rose
Cream White Rose
Yellow Center Rose
Rich Myrrh Fragrance
Repeat Flowering
Product Details
| Name | Patience Rose |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | AUSpastor |
| Origin | David Austin |
| Release Time | 2012 |
| Rose Type | Cut Roses / Shrub Roses |
| Plant | 2-year-old live plant with strong roots |
| Plant Height | Approx. 80–120 cm |
| Flower Diameter | Approx. 8–10 cm |
| Petal Count | Double-flowered cup-shaped blooms with layered, plump petals |
| Color | Soft cream-white when first opening, with a light yellow center as the bloom unfolds |
| Fragrance | Rich myrrh fragrance, reminiscent of anise and honey |
Why Choose Patience Rose?
Patience Rose is admired for its refined cream-white color and soft yellow center. The blooms open with a calm, elegant tone, then gradually reveal gentle warmth in the center as the petals unfold. This delicate color combination makes Patience Rose especially suitable for wedding-style bouquets, soft garden designs, potted rose displays, and graceful floral arrangements.
This David Austin variety combines classic beauty with strong garden performance. Its cup-shaped double blooms are plump, rounded, and beautifully layered, while the rich myrrh fragrance adds a distinctive aromatic character similar to a blend of anise and honey. With strong disease resistance, moderate heat and cold tolerance, abundant flowering, and fast reblooming from spring to autumn, Patience Rose offers both ornamental value and practical reliability.
Garden Performance
- Soft cream-white blooms with a light yellow center as the flower opens.
- Large 8–10 cm double flowers with a plump, rounded, cup-shaped form.
- Rich myrrh fragrance with notes reminiscent of anise and honey.
- Repeat flowering across multiple seasons, blooming continuously from spring to autumn under suitable care.
- Fast reblooming speed with abundant flowers and strong blooming volume.
- Strong disease resistance with moderate heat and cold tolerance.
- Suitable for bouquets, flower arrangements, potted plants, garden beds, and borders.
Best For: Gardeners, florists, and rose collectors looking for a David Austin cream-white cut and shrub rose with a yellow center, rich myrrh fragrance, cup-shaped double blooms, strong disease resistance, and fast repeat flowering.
Basic Care Tips
Plant Patience Rose in a sunny location with fertile, well-drained soil. Provide at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day to support healthy growth, rich fragrance, and repeat blooming. Water deeply when the top layer of soil begins to dry, and keep the plant well ventilated to reduce disease pressure. Prune after flowering to encourage new stems, maintain a balanced shrub shape, and support fast reblooming from spring to autumn. Regular feeding during the growing season can help improve flower size, petal fullness, and overall plant vigor.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Patience Rose?
Patience Rose opens in a soft cream-white shade, with the center gradually turning light yellow as the bloom unfolds.
Does Patience Rose have fragrance?
Yes. Patience Rose has a rich myrrh fragrance, reminiscent of anise and honey.
What is the flower shape of Patience Rose?
It produces double-flowered, cup-shaped blooms with layered, plump, and rounded petals.
Does Patience Rose bloom repeatedly?
Yes. Patience Rose can bloom repeatedly across multiple seasons and may bloom continuously from spring to autumn under suitable care.
Is Patience Rose disease resistant?
Yes. This variety has strong disease resistance and is suitable for regular garden planting with proper sunlight, airflow, and watering.
Is Patience Rose suitable for bouquets?
Yes. Patience Rose is suitable for bouquets, floral arrangements, potted displays, and garden planting due to its elegant color, fragrance, and full cup-shaped blooms.
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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