Rose - Munstead Wood

Common Name:
Rose 'Munstead Wood'

Description:
Rose 'Munstead Wood' is a deeply romantic English shrub rose bred by David Austin, admired for its rich, velvety crimson blooms and intense old rose fragrance. The large, cupped flowers begin as dark crimson buds and gradually open to reveal full, rosette-shaped blooms with a glowing centre and layers of deeply coloured petals. Its fragrance is one of its standout qualities, described as strong and fruity with hints of blackberry and damson. The bush has a tidy, rounded form and is clothed in mid-green foliage with a touch of bronze when young. A reliable repeat bloomer, 'Munstead Wood' flowers abundantly from spring through autumn. It thrives in Melbourne’s full sun conditions and performs best in rich, well-drained soil with regular feeding. While it has moderate disease resistance, good airflow and sunlight will enhance its vigour and flower production. A truly classic rose for cottage gardens, rose beds, or feature pots, and a favourite among gardeners seeking fragrance and depth of colour.

Form:
Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:
Height: 1–1.2 m
Width: 90 cm–1 m

Aspect:
Full Sun

Flowering:
Flowers in Spring
Flowers in Summer
Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:
Deep crimson
Velvety burgundy

Key Attributes:
Suitable for Pots
Scented flowers
Suitable for Cut Flowers
Perennial
Heritage-style English Rose
Repeat Flowering

Toxicity:
May be mildly toxic to pets (particularly dogs and cats) if ingested – can cause gastrointestinal irritation. Thorns may also cause physical injury.

Companion Plants:
Lavender
Catmint (Nepeta)
Salvia
Heuchera
Penstemon
Lamb’s Ear (Stachys byzantina)