David Austin Olivia Rose

David Austin Olivia Rose

David Austin’s Olivia Rose is widely praised for its exceptional health, refined beauty, and continuous display of soft pink blooms. Its perfectly cupped flowers appear in generous flushes from early in the season until frost, filling the garden with gentle color and a light, pleasant fragrance. The blooms open in neat rosettes, making this rose an elegant choice for borders, mixed plantings, or containers placed near patios and paths. Its medium, rounded growth habit and abundant foliage create a lush, balanced structure that complements a wide range of garden styles—from cottage-inspired plantings to more formal designs.

One of the standout features of Olivia Rose is its remarkable disease resistance, often outperforming many other varieties in maintaining clean, healthy foliage throughout the growing season. This resilience, paired with its reliable repeat flowering, makes it an excellent choice for gardeners of any skill level. Whether grown as a specimen plant or combined with perennials, grasses, or other roses, Olivia Rose brings long-lasting charm, grace, and reliability to the garden.

Care Instructions

Planting:
Choose a sunny site with at least 6 hours of direct light. Dig a wide hole, amend with compost, and plant with the crown at soil level.

Watering:
Water deeply 1–2 times weekly during establishment. Keep soil evenly moist during hot stretches, avoiding standing water.

Pruning:
Prune in late winter or early spring. Remove dead or crossing stems and shape lightly to promote vigorous new growth and repeat flowering.

Pest Control:
Monitor for aphids, mites, and beetles. Treat early with neem oil or insecticidal soap and encourage beneficial insects for natural balance.

Soil Tips:
Plant in fertile, well-draining soil. Add compost annually and mulch to retain moisture, regulate temperature, and enrich soil structure.