Rose - Crown Princess Margareta

Common name:
Rose ‘Crown Princess Margareta’

Description:
Rose ‘Crown Princess Margareta’ is a majestic English climbing rose bred by David Austin, named in honour of the granddaughter of Queen Victoria. It features large, deeply cupped, apricot-orange blooms with a rich, fruity fragrance that fills the air. The blooms are carried in graceful clusters, creating a cascading effect that is especially stunning when trained over arches, trellises, or along fences. This variety can also be grown as a tall shrub, offering versatility in garden design. In Melbourne’s climate, it thrives in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and benefits from regular watering and feeding throughout the growing season. With repeat flowering from late spring through to autumn and a high level of disease resistance, ‘Crown Princess Margareta’ is both elegant and dependable, making it an ideal choice for gardeners seeking a classic rose with powerful scent and colour impact.

Form:
Climber
Shrub – Large (if not trained)

Mature size:
Height: 2.5 – 3.5m (as a climber)
Height: 1.5 – 2m (as a shrub)
Width: 1.2 – 1.5m

Aspect:
Full Sun
Part Shade

Flowering:
Flowers in Spring
Flowers in Summer
Flowers in Autumn
Repeat flowering

Flower colour:
Apricot
Orange
Peach tones

Key attributes:
Scented flowers
Bee Attracting
Perennial
Suitable for Espalier
Suitable for Cut Flowers
Suitable for Arches and Trellises
Moderate to Good Disease Resistance

Toxicity:
May cause mild gastrointestinal upset if ingested by pets or humans. Thorns may cause minor skin injuries.

Companion plants:
Salvia nemorosa
Lavandula angustifolia
Nepeta (Catmint)
Geranium ‘Rozanne’
Clematis (in complementary colours)