Falstaff is especially worth considering when fragrance is part of the garden experience. Its flower colour, scent, and mature size all affect where it will be enjoyed most often.
Cultivar overview
Falstaff is a english shrub rose from Austin. Introduced in 1999, it is best understood through its dark crimson colour, medium, old rose scent profile, and repeat bloom habit. Its medium, old rose fragrance is one of the main reasons to consider it for a spot close to people. Repeat flowering makes it easier to plan for more than one moment of interest during the season.
Garden character and use
Place it where fragrance can be noticed in passing: near a path, seating area, gate, or a mixed border close to daily movement. At about 4 ft by 3.5 ft, it needs a position where mature growth will not feel crowded. Its dark crimson colour gives it a strong, dramatic colour presence for gardeners who want the bloom to read from a distance.
Bloom, fragrance, and care notes
Falstaff is strongest for gardeners who care about both scent and repeat bloom. With petal count noted as 110, the bloom has a useful clue to fullness and shape. Give it good airflow, steady watering, and a sunny position so the fragrance and flower form have the best chance to show well.