We handpick only the finest roses on our family farm in Shropshire. Our commitment to quality ensures that each bloom meets our rigorous standards.
Our 2-quart potted English Roses are now available to pre-order for September delivery. Plant now to shape the season ahead and lay the groundwork for a garden alive with colour, fragrance, and the timeless beauty of English roses.
We know from experience that all of the roses listed here are amongst the very best. They all combine exceptional beauty with outstanding health and reliability and many boast delicious fragrances.
As summer brings your roses into full bloom, attentive watering, gentle pest care, and regular deadheading will help maintain their health and prolong their wonderful display.
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Two Ways Up: Climbing Roses and Ramblers ExplainedRoses climbing up a trellis or rambling across a wall are some of the most romantic sights in any gardenRead more -
How to Tell Downy Mildew and Blackspot Apart on Your RosesRoses sometimes show signs of illness that can be easy to mistake for one anotherRead more
A few moments with your secateurs is a simple but rewarding task. Removing faded blooms encourages your roses to focus their energy on new growth, helping them produce a beautiful second flush of flowers.
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Growing a Love of Roses with ChildrenGuest blog by Helen Cross - Author, Journalist, Presenter, and School Gardening Champion. At the start of every gardening session with a new group of children, I always ask them what flower, fruit, or vegetable they would like to grow in their school garden. You might be surprised, but over the last five years, three or four out of every ten children have told me they want to grow roses.Read more2 days ago -
Two Ways Up: Climbing Roses and Ramblers ExplainedRoses climbing up a trellis or rambling across a wall are some of the most romantic sights in any garden. While both climbing and rambling roses can transform a space with their graceful growth and blooms, understanding the difference between them and how to care for each is essential.Read more4 days ago -
How to Tell Downy Mildew and Blackspot Apart on Your RosesRoses sometimes show signs of illness that can be easy to mistake for one another. Two common problems are downy mildew and blackspot. Both affect foliage and can weaken the plant, yet they present differently and thrive under distinct conditions. Recognising these differences allows gardeners to respond appropriately and preserve the health and beauty of their roses.Read more9 days ago -
How to Plant Rambling Roses Up TreesRambling roses are an impactful addition to any garden, especially when they clamber up trees, creating a romantic and wild display. Planting rambling roses up trees may seem challenging, but with the proper techniques, you can achieve a beautiful and spectacular result with ease.Read more11 days ago -
David Austin® Cut Roses and Garden Roses: Exploring Their DifferencesDavid Austin® Roses are loved for their beauty and character, yet they serve two very different purposes. Our garden roses are created to live and flourish outdoors, returning year after year with timeless colour, fragrance and charm. Our Cut Roses and Rose Bouquets, by contrast, are grown exclusively for the floral industry, crafted to create exquisite bouquets and floral arrangements for life’s most memorable moments.Read more16 days ago -
Why Roses Belong on Every Allotment or Vegetable PatchWhen we picture allotments, most of us think of tidy rows of beans and brassicas, the glint of fruit cages, and perhaps a weathered shed with a kettle always warm. Roses are seldom part of that picture. Yet they deserve a place in such spaces, bringing scent, colour and gentle structure in ways that support both the eye and the ecosystem.Read more19 days ago
