Ausbite

Light Pink Shrub: AUSbite (Exhibition name: Spirit of Freedom)

Series: English Rose Collection

• Introduction:

  • Introduced by: David Austin Roses Limited (UK) in 2002 as 'Spirit of Freedom.'

• Description:

  • Color: Light pink.

  • Fragrance: Moderate, myrrh.

  • Petal Count: Up to 200 petals.

  • Bloom Form: Large, in large clusters, cupped with rounded buds.

  • Blooming: Flushes throughout the season.

• Plant Characteristics:

  • Growth: Tall, bushy, climbing, spreading, well-branched.

  • Foliage: Medium, semi-glossy, dark green, with 7 leaflets.

• Dimensions:

  • Height: 6' to 8' (185 to 245cm).

• Climate:

  • Hardiness Zones: USDA zone 5b through 11.

  • Usage: Cut flower, garden, landscape, or shrub.

  • Vigor: Vigorous.

  • Training: Can be trained as a climber.

  • Tolerance: Rain tolerant.

  • Disease Resistance: Disease resistant.

• Care Tips:

  • Pruning: Remove spent blooms to encourage re-bloom.

  • Spring Pruning: Remove old canes and dead or diseased wood; cut back canes that cross. In warmer climates, cut back remaining canes by about one-third. In colder areas, a slightly more extensive pruning may be required.

Introducing the AUSbite, affectionately known as 'Spirit of Freedom,' a light pink shrub that stands as a testament to the artistry of David C. H. Austin. With an abundance of large, cupped blooms in clusters, each boasting up to 200 petals, this shrub unveils a moderate, myrrh fragrance that adds a touch of elegance to your garden. The tall, bushy, and well-branched growth, coupled with its rain tolerance, makes it a versatile choice for gardens, landscapes, or as a striking cut flower. Thriving in USDA zones 5b through 11, and with disease resistance, 'Spirit of Freedom' is a vigorous addition to the English Rose Collection. Consider training it as a climber for added vertical appeal. Follow our care tips, and watch as this spirited shrub graces your space with its resplendent blooms throughout the season.