About David Austin® Gabriel Oak® Potted Rose Bush
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About David Austin® Gabriel Oak® Potted Rose Bush
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Gabriel Oak® is one of the most richly colored and beautifully formed English roses, with large, fully double rosettes in saturated shades of deep rose pink. Each bloom is perfectly symmetrical, with layers of petals that create remarkable depth and presence. Her color holds beautifully in the garden, bringing warmth and strength without ever feeling heavy.
Her fragrance is strong and captivating, blending classic old rose character with fresh fruity notes that make her unforgettable. She blooms generously in flushes from late spring through fall, forming a naturally rounded, balanced shrub covered in glossy, healthy foliage.
Gabriel Oak® is both visually striking and wonderfully reliable, making her an exceptional choice for gardeners who want a rose with strong character, fragrance, and performance.
💐 Plant & Flower Traits
🌹 Rose Type: English Shrub Rose
🧬 Breeder: David Austin Roses (United Kingdom)
🎨 Color: Rich rose pink
🌸 Petal Count: Very full, double blooms
💠 Bloom Form: Large, classic English rosette
📏 Bloom Size: Medium to large
🔁 Flowering: Repeat bloomer from late spring through fall
🧴 Fragrance: Strong — fruity with classic old rose depth
🏡 Growth & Garden Habits
🌿 Growth Type: Rounded, upright shrub rose
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
❄️ Hardiness Zones: USDA 5–11
📐 Spacing: 3′–4′
↕️ Height: 4′
↔️ Width: 4′
Gabriel Oak® forms a beautifully balanced shrub, making her ideal for rose beds, mixed borders, and foundation plantings.
🛡️ Health & Suitability
💪 Disease Resistance: Excellent — strong natural vigor and glossy foliage
🌱 Root Stock: Own Root or Budded
🌎 Regional Recommendations: Performs beautifully across a wide range of climates, including Northeast, Midwest, Southeast, West Coast, and Pacific Northwest
🧤 Maintenance Needs
Gabriel Oak® is a strong, resilient rose that rewards consistent care with exceptional performance. I consider her medium maintenance, which simply reflects the standard care that allows English roses to thrive at their full potential.
In humid climates or areas with frequent rainfall, preventative fungicide treatments may be helpful to protect her foliage from common rose conditions such as black spot and powdery mildew. Full sun, proper spacing, and healthy soil help her remain vigorous and beautiful.
With proper care, Gabriel Oak® develops into a reliable, long-lived shrub that blooms generously year after year.
🌿 Landscape Uses
Gabriel Oak® brings richness and structure to the garden. Her naturally rounded habit and saturated color make her especially versatile.
She is especially beautiful in:
• Rose beds and mixed perennial borders
• Group plantings for strong visual impact
• Foundation plantings near entrances and walkways
• Cottage and romantic garden designs
• Cutting gardens for indoor arrangements
• Large containers
Her bold coloring creates a focal point while still blending harmoniously with other roses and perennials.
🌿 Companion Plants
Gabriel Oak® pairs beautifully with companions that soften her vibrant color and enhance her romantic presence.
• Lavender — adds softness and fragrance contrast
• Catmint — provides cool-toned balance and gentle movement
• Coneflower — adds structure and extended seasonal interest
These companions create a layered planting that feels abundant and balanced.
🤍 Why Gracie Loves Gabriel Oak®
Gabriel Oak® is a rose with presence. Her color is rich and confident, and her perfectly formed rosettes feel timeless and deeply romantic. She anchors the garden in a way few roses can.
What I love most is her balance — strong color, beautiful fragrance, and exceptional health, all in one perfectly shaped shrub. She blooms generously and consistently, and her deep pink tones bring warmth and depth to every planting.
Gabriel Oak® is a rose that gives the garden strength, beauty, and a sense of permanence.
As with all living plants, roses naturally vary depending on climate, season, and growing conditions. This variation is part of what makes each garden uniquely your own.
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