Falstaff rose Rosa Falstaff = 'Ausverse' (PBR) (S)

👤 Non-toxic to humans

🐾 Non-toxic to pets

🌸 Blooming

🍪 Not edible

‍🌱 Hard-care

ABOUT

Rosa 'Falstaff' is a variety of rose that is admired for its decorative qualities and charming appearance. The plant bears opulent, cup-shaped flowers which boast a deep crimson hue, often with a hint of purple. These blossoms are typically large and feature densely packed petals, creating a ruffled and romantic look. The flowers exude a rich, old rose fragrance with a complex mix of scents that can include hints of cedarwood. The foliage of Rosa 'Falstaff' is robust and contributes to the plant's overall attractiveness, with glossy, dark green leaves providing a perfect backdrop to the dramatic blooms. As the blooms mature, they may open wider, but their fullness ensures they retain their exceptional visual interest throughout the flowering season. Rosa 'Falstaff' is noted for its repeat-flowering nature, meaning it produces multiple flushes of blooms from late spring or early summer and continuing into the fall, offering an extended display of its ravishing flowers. This repeat blooming habit ensures gardeners can enjoy the delightful presence of 'Falstaff' roses over a generous period. The plant itself is compact and bushy, making it an excellent choice for adding a burst of color and elegance to garden beds, borders, or even as a specimen plant.

Plant Info

Care

Common Problems

About this plant

Names
- Family
  Rosaceae.
- Synonyms
  Falstaff Rose, David Austin Falstaff Rose.
- Common names
  Rosa 'Ausverse'
Toxicity
- To humans
  The plant commonly known as English Rose (Rosa) is not considered toxic to humans. In general, roses do not contain toxins that would cause serious harm if ingested. However, rose thorns can cause physical injury if not handled carefully. If any plant material is ingested in large amounts, it may cause some discomfort or gastrointestinal upset due to the plant fiber content, but roses are not known for poisonous effects on humans.
- To pets
  For pets, like dogs and cats, English Rose (Rosa) is also not considered toxic. Similar to humans, ingestion of rose petals or leaves may lead to mild gastrointestinal upset due to the indigestible nature of the fibrous material. The main concern is physical injury from the thorns rather than toxicity from ingestion. Nevertheless, it is always advisable to prevent pets from eating plants, as individual animals may have different sensitivities or allergic reactions.
Characteristics
- Life cycle
  Perennials
- Foliage type
  Deciduous
- Color of leaves
  Green
- Flower color
  Red
- Height
  4 ft (1.2 m)
- Spread
  3 ft (0.9 m)
- Plant type
  Shrub
- Hardiness zones
  5
- Native area
  Cultivar

Benefits

General Benefits
- Aesthetic Appeal: Rosa 'Falstaff' offers stunning deep crimson blooms that can enhance the beauty of any garden.
- Fragrance: The flowers have a strong, old rose fragrance, making it a pleasant addition to spaces where scent is appreciated.
- Pollinator Attraction: This rose variety attracts bees and other beneficial pollinators, contributing to the health of the garden ecosystem.
- Cut Flowers: The robust blooms are ideal for creating floral arrangements, thus making it a great plant for those who enjoy fresh flowers indoors.
- Landscape Versatility: It can be used in various garden designs, including borders, rose gardens, and as stand-alone specimens.
- Repeat Flowering: 'Falstaff' roses are repeat bloomers, providing color and interest throughout the growing season.
- Disease Resistance: This variety has a level of resistance to common rose diseases, though not immune, it may require less chemical intervention than more susceptible types.
Medical Properties
- This plant is not used for medical purposes.
Air-purifying Qualities
This plant is not specifically known for air purifying qualities.
Other Uses
- Perfume Making: The fragrant petals of the rose can be distilled to produce rose oil, which is a valuable ingredient in the making of perfumes and scented products.
- Culinary ingredient: Rose petals are sometimes used in culinary dishes for their flavor, added to salads, desserts, or even some savory dishes.
- Art and Craft: The rose's natural beauty makes it a popular subject in still life paintings and a decorative item in crafts, such as potpourri or dried flower arrangements.
- Religious Ceremonies: Roses have symbolic meanings in various religions and can be used in ceremonies or as offerings.
- Wedding Decorations: Roses are traditional flowers for weddings, used in bouquets, boutonnieres, table arrangements, and venue decorations.
- Natural Dye: Rose petals can be used to produce a natural dye for fabric, paper, or even for use in cosmetics.
- Education and Research: Roses can be used for educational purposes, including botany studies, horticultural training, and plant breeding research.
- Social and Cultural Events: Roses often play a role in festivals, celebrations, and social gatherings as symbols of love, beauty, and appreciation.
- Landscape Design: Rose plants are used to create vibrant displays and thematic garden designs due to their variety of colors and forms.
- Companion Planting: Roses can be planted in combination with other garden plants to help deter pests and encourage beneficial insects.

Interesting Facts

Feng Shui
The plant is not used in Feng Shui practice.
Zodiac Sign Compitability
The plant is not used in astrology practice.
Plant Symbolism
- Love: Roses are universally regarded as a symbol of love and affection. Since the 'Falstaff' rose is a rich, deep crimson, it invokes an intense feeling of deep passion and romantic love.
- Beauty: The 'Falstaff' rose, with its beautifully formed flowers and exquisite perfume, is often associated with beauty and perfection in nature.
- Mystery: The 'Falstaff' rose's complex scent and deep color may symbolize mystery, suggesting there is more than meets the eye, much like the character Sir John Falstaff from Shakespeare's plays.
- Honor: The name 'Falstaff' comes from a character in Shakespeare's "Henry IV," linking the rose to themes of honor and nobility in its naming convention.
- Devotion: As with many roses, 'Falstaff' also represents devotion and commitment, given often to show one's dedication to another person.

💧

Every 1-2 weeks

Water

☀️

2500 - 10000 Lux

Light

💦️

Humidity

🪴

Every 2-3 years

Repotting

🌱️

Spring to Summer

Propogation

✂️️

As needed

Pruning

Water
For the Falstaff Rose, deep watering is recommended to encourage root growth, and this should occur once a week by slowly soaking the root zone with around 1-2 gallons of water, depending on the size and maturity of the plant. During the hot summer months or in arid climates, you may need to water twice a week. It is crucial to allow the soil to dry out between waterings to prevent root rot. Cut back on watering during the dormant winter season to prevent overwatering.
Light
The Falstaff Rose thrives in a location that receives full sunlight for at least six hours a day. The best spot for this plant is an area with direct, unfiltered sunlight, such as a south-facing garden. Ensure that the plant is not shaded by larger plants or structures to maintain its health and abundant blooming.
Temperature
The Falstaff Rose does well in a range of temperatures but prefers a zone where average low winter temperatures stay above 20°F to prevent cold damage. The ideal temperature for optimal growth is between 65°F and 75°F during the growing season. These roses can tolerate temperatures up to 90°F as long as they receive adequate water and care.
Pruning
Prune the Falstaff Rose to shape the plant, remove dead or diseased wood, and encourage flowering. The best time to prune is in late winter or early spring, just as new buds start to swell. Cutting back approximately one-third of the plant annually encourages healthy new growth. Remove any weak or crossing branches to maintain good air circulation.
Cleaning
As needed
Soil
For the David Austin Rose 'Falstaff', the best soil mixture is one that is well-drained with a blend of loam, peat, compost, and sharp sand. A pH level of 6.5 to 7.0 is ideal for this rose variety to thrive, ensuring that it has the right balance of nutrients and acidity.
Repotting
David Austin Roses like 'Falstaff' are usually planted in the ground and thus do not require regular repotting. However, if grown in pots, they should be repotted every 2-3 years with fresh soil mix to replenish nutrients and prevent root bounding.
Humidity & Misting
The David Austin Rose 'Falstaff' prefers moderate humidity levels, typical of outdoor conditions. Aiming for a humidity level of 40-60% is suitable for these roses, which helps maintain their health without fostering conditions for fungal diseases.
Suitable locations
- Indoor
  Ensure bright light, well-drained soil, and ample airflow.
- Outdoor
  Plant in sun, enrich soil, water deeply, ensure good drainage.
- Hardiness zone
  5-10 USDA
Life cycle
The Falstaff Rose, a cultivar of the genus Rosa, begins its life cycle when a seed germinates in suitable conditions of soil, warmth, and moisture. It progresses to a seedling stage, where initial growth of roots and shoots occurs. As it matures, it develops into a young plant with leaves and begins the vegetative growth phase. The plant then enters the flowering stage where buds form and blossom into roses, typically during the spring and summer. After pollination, either naturally or manually, these flowers can form fruit, known as rose hips, which contain seeds for the next generation. Finally, as the plant ages, it enters a period of dormancy during colder months, only to restart its growth cycle with the return of warmer weather.
Propogation
- Propogation time
  Spring to Summer
- Rosa Falstaff, commonly known as 'Falstaff' climbing rose, is often propagated by the method of softwood cuttings, which is popular due to its simplicity and effectiveness. The best time for this type of propagation is typically late spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing and the new stems are long enough to take cuttings, usually between 4 to 6 inches (about 10 to 15 cm), but have not yet become woody. To propagate 'Falstaff' roses using softwood cuttings, one would cut a piece of the stem that includes at least two to three sets of leaves. This cutting is then dipped in rooting hormone to encourage root development and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The environment must be kept humid, which is often done by covering the cutting with a plastic bag or placing it in a propagator to maintain moisture while not allowing the leaves to become wet which could encourage fungal growth. The cutting generally takes a few weeks to establish a good root system.