The Wedgwood English Climbing Rose

The Wedgwood English Climbing Rose (Rosa 'Ausjosiah')

The Wedgwood English Climbing Rose (Rosa 'Ausjosiah') is a romantic David Austin climbing rose, known for its soft pink rosettes, vigorous habit, and refined fragrance. Also known as The Wedgwood Rose, it offers large, old-fashioned blooms on graceful arching canes, perfect for trellises, arches, or walls where an elegant vertical presence is needed.

Distinctive Features

This climber reaches 8 to 10 feet tall and 3 to 4 feet wide when trained. Its flowers are fully double, warm pink, and delicately cupped, forming in clusters throughout the season. The fragrance is medium-strong with hints of citrus and classic old rose. The Wedgwood displays healthy, rich green foliage and has a strong, upright growth habit, making it easy to train over structures or supports.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun
• Soil Type: Fertile, moist, well-drained soil
• Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
• Water Needs: Moderate; appreciates regular watering
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 to 9

Ideal Uses

• Focal point on trellises or garden arches
• Vertical accent for walls, fences, or pergolas
• Romantic feature in cottage or English gardens
• Soft backdrop in rose borders or mixed plantings
• Near patios or seating areas for fragrance and beauty

Low Maintenance Care

• Train and tie young canes to desired support as they grow
• Prune after flowering to maintain shape and size
• Deadhead to promote repeat blooming throughout the season
• Water regularly during dry spells for best bloom production
• Apply mulch and fertilize monthly during the growing season

Why Choose The Wedgwood English Climbing Rose

• Elegant soft pink rosettes with romantic form
• Vigorous growth ideal for vertical structures
• Reliable reblooming with a long flowering season
• Light citrus and old rose fragrance enhances the experience
• A graceful focal point that softens garden architecture

The Wedgwood English Climbing Rose combines classic bloom form, fragrance, and vertical elegance�making it a timeless focal point for arches, walls, and garden entries that deserve a refined and romantic touch.