shrub

Harlow Carr English Rose

Rosa 'Aushouse' 'Harlow Carr'

The Story

Plant Bio

The genus Rosa comprises deciduous woody shrubs native across the Northern Hemisphere, characterized by stems armed with sharp prickles and pinnate foliage. The flowers typically feature prominent central stamens and transition into fleshy, seed-bearing hips after pollination.

'Harlow Carr' is a compact, rounded English shrub rose distinguished by its dense, heavily thorned branching and bronze-tinted new foliage that matures to deep green. The double, mid-pink flowers form shallow, multi-petaled cups that repeat-bloom in large clusters from early summer through fall.

Uses & Benefits:

Produces continuous flushes of double, mid-pink old rose flowers against glossy, dark green foliage.

Dense, heavily thorned growth habit makes it an effective low barrier or informal hedge.

Attracts generalist insect pollinators, including native bees and honeybees, to its pollen-rich flowers.

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Shrub

Height

48"

Width

48"

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10

Water

Medium

Humidity

Moderate

Lifespan

Multi-year

Native To

United Kingdom (cultivar origin)

Toxicity

Non-toxic

Bloom period

Early summer – Autumn

In flower about 6 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Select a planting site that receives at least six hours of direct sunlight daily and has excellent drainage.
Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball and enrich the backfill soil with organic compost.
Set the plant so the graft union sits slightly below the soil level in cold regions, then backfill and water thoroughly.
Apply a thick layer of organic mulch around the base, keeping it clear of the main stems to prevent rot.

Pro Tip

Prune stems back by one-third to one-half in late winter when buds begin to swell, taking care to cut just above an outward-facing bud and avoiding arbitrary cuts into old, leafless wood.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water deeply at the base of the plant to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Apply a balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and again after the first heavy bloom flush.
Prune annually in late winter to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches.

Don't

Do not water the foliage directly, as wet leaves encourage black spot and powdery mildew.
Do not prune arbitrarily into old, bare wood that lacks visible, live buds.
Do not allow the soil to dry out completely, which reduces bloom count and causes wilting.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Deadhead
Fertilize
Pest Check
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Mixed bordersCottage gardensLow hedgesSpecimen plantings

Companion Plants

Salvia Lavandula Nepeta Geranium

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Harlow Carr English Rose questions

What zones can Harlow Carr English Rose grow in?

Harlow Carr English Rose is hardy in USDA Zones 4–10. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Harlow Carr English Rose deer resistant?

Not reliably. Deer may browse Harlow Carr English Rose, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.

When does Harlow Carr English Rose bloom?

Harlow Carr English Rose typically blooms in early summer through autumn. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Harlow Carr English Rose need full sun?

Harlow Carr English Rose does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.