Rose Gruss an Achen – Old Shrub Rose

A compact, repeat-flowering polyantha rose, Rosa Gruss an Aachen is a small, deciduous, shrub rose with a very neat, bushy habit. The divided leaves are a glossy mid- to deep green, and are very healthy. From midsummer almost continuously into autumn, rose-pink buds buds open into lightly scented, fully double, blush-pink flowers which fade to cream and golden stamens. This charming little rose is ideal for growing in soil-based compost in a container on a patio, or for a small garden. Rose Gruss an Aachen holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit.

Site: Sheltered
Soil: Any moisture-retentive, humus-rich, well-drained soil
Position: Full sun
Season of interest: Midsummer and autumn
Hardiness: Very hardy
Height:  2’ (60cm) Spread: 2’ (60cm) in 2-5 years