Gabriel Oak is a richly coloured English rose known for its deep magenta-pink blooms with a classic, very full rosette form. The flowers are large, strongly fragrant, and appear in generous clusters throughout the season. It forms a rounded, bushy shrub with healthy dark green foliage and excellent repeat blooming. The strong fragrance and intense colour make it a standout in mixed borders or as a feature plant. In Regina (Zone 3), winter protection is required.
- Height: 100–125 cm (40–50 in)
- Spread: 90–120 cm (36–48 in)
- Light: Full sun (6–8+ hours daily)
- Water: Moderate; deep watering once weekly during dry periods
- Soil: Rich, well-drained soil amended with compost
- Fertilizer: Feed every 4–6 weeks during active growth with balanced rose fertilizer
- Blooming: Repeat flowering from early summer to frost
- Hardiness: Typically Zone 5; requires heavy winter protection in Regina (soil mounding and deep mulch recommended)
- Maintenance: Prune in early spring; deadhead to encourage continuous bloom
- Spacing: 90–120 cm (36–48 in) apart