Abraham Darby (AUScot)

English Rose (David Austin)

S$48.00

Name

Details

Origin

England, UK šŸ‡¬šŸ‡§

Breeder

David Austin

Rose Type

English Shrub Rose

Cultivar

AUScot

Year Introduced

1985

Bloom Colour

Apricot • Peach • Yellow • Coral-pink as blooms mature

Bloom Size

Large • Approx. 9–13 cm

Bloom Form

Very full • Deeply cupped • Quartered • Old-fashioned form

Fragrance

Strong • Rich fruity fragrance

Growth Habit

Vigorous • Bushy • Arching

Mature Height

Approx. 125–175 cm

Repeat Flowering

Yes • Repeat flowering

Thorns

Moderate*

Heat Tolerance

ā­ā­ā­ā­ā˜† Good Potential

Singapore Suitability

ā­ā­ā­ā­ā˜† Good Potential

Interesting Note

Abraham Darby is a classic David Austin rose from 1985, loved for its exceptionally large, old-fashioned blooms and powerful fruity fragrance. It was named after one of the pioneers of Britain’s Industrial Revolution.  

Singapore Note šŸ‡øšŸ‡¬

Its vigorous growth gives Abraham Darby good potential for Singapore, but our heat may cause blooms to open faster and shift toward warmer apricot and peach tones. Good airflow and protection from prolonged rain will help its very full flowers.

🌱 Young Plant — S$48
Younger and smaller, with more growing and establishing ahead.

🌹 Established Plant — S$78
Larger and more established, offering greater resilience and an easier start. Beginner friendly