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David Austin® The Poet's Wife® Rose Tree

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Zones 5-11

Size: 4-5 ft
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At a glance

Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Water
When the top 2–3" of soil is dry
Growth & size
Moderate-growing deciduous rose tree. Typically reaches approximately 6 feet tall and 3–4 feet wide at maturity.
Botanical name
Rosa 'Auswhirl' PP27364
Hardiness
Zones 5-11
Tolerates
Heat tolerantCold hardyHumidity tolerant
USDA zone map for David Austin® The Poet's Wife® Rose Tree

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Plant it right once and it does the rest.

Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun

Pick the spot before you dig.

Water
When the top 2–3" of soil is dry

Water slowly and deeply. Check more often in its first summer.

Grows in
Zones 5-11

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Your first year together

  1. 1Day 1

    Plant it, then water slowly until the whole root ball is soaked.

  2. 2First few weeks

    Keep the soil evenly moist while new roots settle in.

  3. 3First summer

    Water deeply during hot, dry spells.

  4. 4Next spring

    New growth starts. Feed as it wakes up.

Planting instructions
Plant The Poet's Wife Rose Tree in a location that receives full sun and has well-draining soil. Dig a hole approximately twice as wide as the rootball and no deeper than the rootball itself. Position the top of the rootball level with or slightly above the surrounding soil, backfill with native soil, water deeply after planting, and apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch around the base while keeping mulch several inches away from the trunk.
Watering & sunlight
Water deeply at the base when the top 2–3 inches of soil begin to dry. During establishment, this is typically once or twice per week, keeping the soil evenly moist but not soggy. Once established, continue watering deeply as needed during hot, dry weather and while the tree is actively blooming. Watering frequency will vary depending on climate, soil type, rainfall, sunlight exposure, and the tree's establishment phase.

The Poet's Wife Rose Tree grows best in full sun. Provide at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily for the healthiest growth, strongest flowering, and best fragrance.
Care guide

PRUNING
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins to maintain the rounded canopy and remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Deadheading spent blooms throughout the growing season encourages repeat flowering.

FERTILIZING
Feed with a balanced fertilizer formulated for roses beginning in early spring as new growth emerges and continue according to label directions throughout the growing season. Avoid fertilizing for the first 2–3 months after delivery to allow the tree to adjust and establish.

WINTER PROTECTION
In colder portions of its growing range, apply mulch around the base to help insulate the roots during winter. In areas with prolonged freezing temperatures, protecting the grafted portion of the tree can provide additional winter protection.

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Answered by Simply Trees plant experts
How big does The Poet's Wife Rose Tree get?
The Poet's Wife Rose Tree typically grows to approximately 6 feet tall and 3–4 feet wide, making it an elegant accent tree for patios, entryways, and garden beds.
How fast does The Poet's Wife Rose Tree grow?
The Poet's Wife Rose Tree is considered a moderate grower and typically produces approximately 12–24 inches of new growth per year under favorable growing conditions.
Where is the best place to plant The Poet's Wife Rose Tree?
Plant The Poet's Wife Rose Tree in a location that receives at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight and has well-draining soil. It makes a beautiful focal point near entryways, patios, walkways, formal gardens, and cottage-style landscapes where its fragrance can be enjoyed.
How far apart should I plant The Poet's Wife Rose Trees?
Plant The Poet's Wife Rose Trees approximately 4–6 feet apart to allow room for their mature canopy and promote good air circulation.
How often does The Poet's Wife Rose Tree bloom?
The Poet's Wife Rose Tree is a repeat bloomer, producing multiple flushes of flowers from late spring through fall. Deadheading spent blooms helps encourage continuous flowering.
How fragrant are The Poet's Wife Rose Tree blooms?
The Poet's Wife is one of David Austin's most fragrant yellow roses. Its blooms produce a rich fruity fragrance with distinct fresh lemon notes that become stronger as the flowers mature.
Can The Poet's Wife Rose Tree grow in a container?
Yes. The Poet's Wife Rose Tree grows beautifully in a large container with excellent drainage. Container-grown rose trees should receive at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily, regular watering, and routine fertilization throughout the growing season.
Do I need to deadhead The Poet's Wife Rose Tree?
Deadheading isn't required, but it is recommended. Removing spent blooms encourages The Poet's Wife Rose Tree to produce additional flushes of flowers throughout the growing season and helps keep the canopy looking tidy.
Does The Poet's Wife Rose Tree lose its leaves in winter?
Yes. The Poet's Wife Rose Tree is deciduous, meaning it naturally drops its leaves in fall and becomes dormant during winter. Fresh new foliage emerges in spring, followed by beautiful golden-yellow blooms throughout the growing season.
What makes The Poet's Wife different from other yellow roses?
The Poet's Wife is renowned for its intensely fragrant, fully double blooms and rich golden-yellow color that holds well throughout the flowering season. Its strong fruity fragrance with fresh lemon notes and classic David Austin bloom form make it one of the most distinctive yellow English roses.
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