Here's to the Abraham Darby rose

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Here's to the Abraham Darby rose
Varietal name: AUScot; orange pink shrub rose; English rose, fragrant; File#6533

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Abraham Darby rose bush File #Img0711

Check out this wonderful Abraham Darby rose growing at an entrance to an old villa in Wellington, blooming early as it does. This image should give you an idea of the size and spread you can expect from this rose bush.
The rose Abraham Darby is a mix of variable pinks and apricots, all rumpled up in its blousy multi petalled Austin way. Surely its one of the drawcards of the Austin collection with a pervading old rose scent. Thanks so much Mr Austin. Now - do I put it with the pinks or the apricots?

Abraham Darby rose #D6533

Abraham Darby #P7250013

The close up of Abraham Darby on the left shows the rich colours seen in this rose in New Zealand, while the photo on the right is taken in Reno with its more extreme temperatures. Is it more colorful in cooler climates, or is this variation a seasonal thing? Regina?
Regina notes from Reno: 1. My first plant was purchased at the very tail end of a selling season so was a weak plant. 2. It is planted in a large pot in a less than optimal spot where it really gets too much shade. I have never felt confident that this plant is showing me what Abraham Darby an do. So I bought and planted another last summer. (2007) There is now a nice plant growing in full sun, decent soil, and a good plant to start with. I will be observing it this coming season and will know more.
Well, these are our pics, but to really appreciate Abraham Darby you need to see it, and smell it and grow it.
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