Boscobel® by David Austin®

Romantic, richly colored, and wonderfully fragrant, Boscobel® by David Austin® is an exceptional English Shrub Rose celebrated for its magnificent coral-pink blooms, beautifully formed rosettes, and captivating myrrh fragrance with fruity notes. Introduced in 2012, this outstanding variety combines the timeless elegance of an Old Garden Rose with the repeat-flowering performance and refined beauty that have made David Austin roses beloved around the world.

Boscobel® produces gorgeous, rounded red buds that gradually open into magnificent, deeply cupped flowers. As the blooms unfurl, they reveal an extraordinary arrangement of petals in glowing shades of salmon pink, coral, and warm rose pink, creating a rich, romantic display.

The flowers are particularly impressive for their intricate structure. Numerous small petals are beautifully arranged within each bloom, forming a perfectly balanced rosette with the luxurious appearance of a classic English garden rose.

Fragrance is another remarkable characteristic. Boscobel® offers a medium to strong myrrh fragrance with delightful notes of elderflower, pear, and almond, creating a beautifully complex perfume that makes this variety especially appealing for fragrance gardens and cutting.

The plant develops into a healthy, upright, bushy shrub with attractive dark green foliage. Its repeat-flowering habit produces successive flushes throughout the growing season, making Boscobel® a wonderful choice for romantic borders, dedicated rose gardens, cottage landscapes, and fresh floral arrangements.

Key Features

Growing Information

Plant size and performance may vary depending on climate, growing conditions, and rootstock.

Ideal Uses

• Mixed Rose Borders

• Dedicated Rose Gardens

• Cottage & English Gardens

• Cutting Gardens

• Fragrance Gardens

• Romantic Landscapes

• Mixed Perennial Borders

• Specimen Plantings

• Garden Pathways & Entrances

• Fresh Floral Arrangements

Recommended Growing Regions

With a recommended hardiness range of USDA Zones 5–11, Boscobel® can be enjoyed throughout many traditional rose-growing regions, including:

• Northeast

• Mid-Atlantic

• Midwest

• Southeast

• Deep South

• Gulf Coast

• Pacific Northwest

• West Coast

• Many areas of the Southwest

In particularly hot Southern climates, consistent moisture, good air circulation, and protection from the harshest afternoon sun can help maintain flower quality.

Magnificent Coral-Pink Blooms

One of the most captivating characteristics of Boscobel® is its extraordinary coloring.

The flowers begin as rounded buds with reddish outer petals, gradually opening to reveal beautifully arranged petals in glowing shades of salmon pink, coral, and warm rose pink.

Depending on temperature and growing conditions, the flowers may display subtle variations in color, ranging from rich, saturated coral tones to softer pink shades.

The combination of warm coloring and exceptionally full flower form creates a magnificent display against the shrub's dark green foliage.

Boscobel® pairs especially beautifully with roses in shades of:

• Cream and ivory

• Blush pink

• Soft apricot

• Peach

• Lavender

• Burgundy

• Warm yellow

Its rich coloring makes it particularly attractive in romantic garden designs where warm pinks, apricots, and creams are used together.

Beautifully Formed English Rose Rosettes

Boscobel® is especially admired for its remarkably intricate bloom form.

Each flower opens into a deeply cupped rosette filled with numerous small, beautifully arranged petals. The petals create an almost geometric appearance, giving the blooms an exceptionally refined and luxurious character.

The result is a rose that combines the charm of an old-fashioned garden variety with the elegance and sophistication of a carefully formed English Rose.

Whether enjoyed on the shrub or displayed in a vase, Boscobel® is a rose that invites a closer look.

A Beautifully Complex Myrrh Fragrance

Fragrance is one of the most distinctive qualities of Boscobel®.

Its flowers release a medium to strong myrrh fragrance, beautifully complemented by delicate notes of elderflower, pear, and almond.

This unusual combination creates a wonderfully layered perfume that is both fresh and richly romantic.

Plant Boscobel® near frequently enjoyed areas of the garden, such as patios, porches, entrances, walkways, and garden benches, where its fragrance can be appreciated throughout the flowering season.

Its scented blooms are equally delightful when brought indoors for fresh floral arrangements.

Exceptional for Cutting & Arrangements

The combination of rich coral-pink coloring, beautifully formed rosettes, and distinctive fragrance makes Boscobel® an excellent choice for cutting gardens.

Its substantial flowers create a beautiful focal point in arrangements, while the warm coloring blends effortlessly with cream, blush, peach, and apricot roses.

For a particularly romantic arrangement, combine Boscobel® with varieties such as Desdemona®, Lichfield Angel®, Olivia Rose Austin®, or Bring Me Sunshine®.

The resulting mixture of soft and saturated colors creates the timeless appearance of an English country garden bouquet.

Behind the Name

Boscobel® takes its name from Boscobel House, a historic English country house associated with the escape of King Charles II following the Battle of Worcester in 1651.

The king famously hid in an oak tree on the estate while avoiding capture.

This fascinating connection to English history makes Boscobel® an especially fitting name for a David Austin rose, combining the romance of an English garden with a memorable historical story.

A Beautiful Addition to Southern Gardens

Although Boscobel® is an English Shrub Rose, its repeat-flowering nature and upright, bushy habit make it an attractive choice for Southern rose gardens as well.

In warm climates, providing good air circulation, consistent watering, and well-drained soil helps support healthy growth and abundant flowering.

Its richly colored flowers are particularly beautiful in Southern landscapes, where they can be combined with white, blush, apricot, and yellow roses to create warm, romantic garden borders.

Why You'll Love Boscobel®

• Gorgeous coral-pink, salmon-pink, and warm rose-pink blooms

• Large, deeply cupped, beautifully formed English rosettes

• Approximately 75–80 petals per flower

• Medium to strong myrrh fragrance with elderflower, pear, and almond notes

• Repeat flowering throughout the growing season

• Healthy, upright, bushy growth habit

• Attractive dark green foliage

• Approximately 4' × 4' at maturity

• Suitable for USDA Zones 5–11

• Beautiful for cutting and fresh floral arrangements

• Perfect for romantic cottage gardens and English-style landscapes

• Rich coloring pairs beautifully with blush, cream, peach, and apricot roses

• A distinguished David Austin variety with a fascinating historical namesake

Boscobel® by David Austin® is a truly exceptional English Rose, bringing together magnificent coral-pink blooms, intricately arranged rosettes, an unforgettable myrrh fragrance, and dependable repeat flowering. Whether planted as a romantic garden centerpiece, incorporated into a mixed rose border, or grown for exquisite cutting flowers, Boscobel® adds warmth, elegance, fragrance, and timeless English garden beauty to any landscape.