Rosa 'Charles Darwin' (English Shrub Rose 'Charles Darwin®') brings classic English-rose form to your garden with large, very full, cupped blooms in a rich yellow that can deepen toward old-gold tones as the flowers mature. You will also notice a strong fragrance that adds another layer of enjoyment when planted near a path, patio, or seating area.

Give your rose a sunny, open position for best flowering and plant health. Full sun is ideal, though it can perform in part shade where summers are hot or where you want a little afternoon protection. Plant in well-drained soil enriched with compost, water deeply during establishment, and keep the root zone evenly moist (not soggy) during prolonged dry spells. A 2-3 inch mulch layer helps moderate soil temperature and moisture; keep mulch a few inches away from the crown.

At maturity, this shrub typically reaches about 36-48 inches tall with a similar spread, so allow room for air movement. Feed in spring as new growth begins and again after a flush of bloom, following your preferred rose fertilizer program. Deadheading encourages repeat flowering; if you want to enjoy hips, leave some late-season blooms to mature. In late winter or early spring, prune to shape, remove dead or crossing canes, and thin lightly to maintain good circulation.

As with many roses, monitor foliage for common rose diseases and respond early with sanitation, good spacing, and consistent watering at the base rather than overhead. With the right siting and routine care, you can enjoy repeated flushes of richly colored, fragrant blooms through the growing season.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 5-11 (-20 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun   Part sun
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Mature height: 36-48"
• Spread: 36-48"
• Edible: Yes
• Fragrant: Yes

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