James L. Austin® English Shrub Rose's deep pink rosettes with a true button eye look like they were hand-crafted for close-up garden moments. This English shrub rose matures around 3–4 feet tall and about 3 feet wide, staying notably neat for a David Austin-style bloom form. Each large flower is packed with petals and opens in clustered waves, with a full, old-rose look without a sprawling habit. The fragrance is fruity and light-to-medium, the kind you notice most when you lean in.
Rosa ‘AUSpike’ repeats through the season and keeps its shape tidy in mixed borders, rose beds, and low hedges. It’s also a strong choice for containers because the plant grows upright and doesn’t require constant wrestling to stay in bounds. The name honors James L. Austin, son of David Austin Senior and brother of David Austin Junior, which feels fitting for a rose with such classic form and family character. Plant one where evening light hits the blooms and the color reads as a deep, glowing pink.
James L. Austin English Shrub Rose Care
Give it full sun for the best flowering, though a little afternoon shade can help in very hot regions. Aim for a fertile, well-drained soil that holds moisture without staying wet, and mix in compost to build structure before planting. Water at the base so the root zone is thoroughly soaked, then let the surface begin to dry before the next deep drink. Feed in spring as new growth starts, followed by a second, lighter feeding after the first big flush to support repeat bloom.
In early spring, remove winter-damaged wood and shorten stems to shape the shrub while keeping an open center for airflow. During the season, snip spent blooms back to a strong outward-facing leaf to keep flowers coming. Clean up fallen leaves to reduce disease pressure, especially in humid areas. In colder Zone 5 gardens, add a winter mulch over the root zone after the ground cools, and protect canes from drying winds.
James L. Austin English Shrub Rose Spacing
Space plants about 3–4 feet apart to allow the shrub to reach full width without crowding. For containers, start with a pot at least 18–20 inches wide with excellent drainage to balance top growth and root space. Pair it with catmint, hardy geranium, and upright salvia for cool-toned contrast and pollinator activity.
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Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Shipping
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations