Breeders of Exquisite Roses Since 1961
We handpick only the finest roses on our family farm in Shropshire. Our commitment to quality ensures that each bloom meets our rigorous standards.
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.
Featured Rose Care Articles
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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Gertrude Jekyll: Caring for the World’s Favourite RoseRead more -
When Buds Refuse to Bloom: A Gardener's Encounter with ThripsRead more -
How to Water Well: Roses in a Thirstier WorldRead more -
Understanding and Managing Rose SuckersRead more
New for 2025 - The King's Rose™
Distinctive, striped fuchsia and white petals create a bold yet natural look reminiscent of old Gallica roses. A versatile and robust shrub with a vase-shaped growth habit and heart-shaped leaves.
A Beginner's Guide to English roses
Our four-week Beginner’s Guide to English Roses is the perfect starting point for those wishing to begin their rose-growing journey or refresh their gardening skills.
Inspiration
Explore creative ideas and expert advice to transform your garden, from various styles and locations to innovative planting techniques
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A Garden Seen Through the Kitchen WindowFrom the kitchen window of Bowling Green House, the view is quiet but alive. Beyond the old glass panes, a narrow canal runs still beneath the branches of the weeping ash, its surface shifting with light and the soft wake of ducks. Native reeds and waterlilies fringe the banks, creating a scene that feels more discovered than designed. David C. H. Austin had it dug after admiring something similar in a friend’s garden. Here, it became the garden’s steady centre, a reflective ribbon running through the planting, anchoring moments of calm.Read more14 days ago -
Roses Perfect for Balcony Gardens: Charming Varieties for Compact SpacesEven the smallest of spaces can be transformed into places of beauty. A balcony may offer only a few square metres, yet with thoughtful planting, it can become a sanctuary of colour, fragrance and joy. English Roses, known for their charm and reliability, are particularly well suited to growing in containers, making them a natural choice for balcony gardens.Read more16 days ago -
Colour Between the Flushes: Planting Companions for Continuous Summer InterestRoses offer their beauty in graceful waves. Most repeat-flowering varieties bloom in two or sometimes three distinct flushes throughout the growing season. The first flush typically emerges in early summer, producing the garden’s most abundant and dramatic display. After this, the rose takes a quiet pause to replenish energy, during which flower production slows or nearly stops.Read more20 days ago -
What to Do with Rose Petals After DeadheadingDeadheading roses can feel a bit like clearing up after something quietly wonderful. One flower fades, its colours softening and edges curling, while another is just beginning to open, full of promise. Suddenly your hands are full of petals - soft, warm from the sun, and still carrying that unmistakable, subtle scent of the garden. It’s easy to let them drop back to the soil, returning to where they came from. But sometimes they feel too lovely to leave behind, as though they’ve still got more to offer.Read more23 days ago -
Introducing The King’s Rose™ (Ausa27a16): A New Chapter in the GardenThe King’s Rose™ is unlike anything we’ve bred before. With its soft stripes, gentle fragrance and natural charm, it marks a distinctive new direction for the David Austin® collection. Created in support of The King’s Foundation, this rose brings together beauty, purpose and a quiet nod to tradition.Read more59 days ago -
Creating a Dog-Friendly Rose Garden: A Safe and Beautiful Space for EveryoneDavid C. H. Austin, known for his deep love of dogs, was rarely seen without his Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Bertie. Whether wandering through the rose gardens, riding on his gator, or enjoying quiet moments in the restaurant, their bond was unmistakable.Read more70 days ago
Discover the magic of English roses and celebrate life's special moments with David Austin Roses Gift Boxes.
Blog
Discover our latest news on our sustainability initiatives, brand collaborations, flower shows and more.
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Gertrude Jekyll: Caring for the World’s Favourite RoseThis rose is not fussy. It grows well in many conditions but does best with at least four hours of sunlight a day. It tolerates some shade and suits almost any garden aspect - north, south, east, or west - so long as the soil allows roots to breathe and doesn’t stay soggy. To support healthy growth, mixing in some compost or well-rotted manure at planting helps enrich the soil and improve its texture.Read more2 days ago -
A Week of Fragrance and Flowers at Hampton CourtAs the RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival drew to a close recently, reflections linger on days steeped in sunshine, heavy with scent, and warmed not only by the blazing summer heat but also by the shared joy of gardening.Read more6 days ago -
Gertrude Jekyll® (Ausbord): The World’s Favourite RoseIn May 2025, Rosa Gertrude Jekyll® (Ausbord) was named the “World’s Favourite Rose” by the World Federation of Rose Societies, a distinction awarded through a global vote involving rose lovers from 40 countries. This accolade celebrates a rose that has quietly yet firmly held a place in the hearts of gardeners for almost forty years.Read more10 days ago -
A Garden Seen Through the Kitchen WindowFrom the kitchen window of Bowling Green House, the view is quiet but alive. Beyond the old glass panes, a narrow canal runs still beneath the branches of the weeping ash, its surface shifting with light and the soft wake of ducks. Native reeds and waterlilies fringe the banks, creating a scene that feels more discovered than designed. David C. H. Austin had it dug after admiring something similar in a friend’s garden. Here, it became the garden’s steady centre, a reflective ribbon running through the planting, anchoring moments of calm.Read more14 days ago -
Roses Perfect for Balcony Gardens: Charming Varieties for Compact SpacesEven the smallest of spaces can be transformed into places of beauty. A balcony may offer only a few square metres, yet with thoughtful planting, it can become a sanctuary of colour, fragrance and joy. English Roses, known for their charm and reliability, are particularly well suited to growing in containers, making them a natural choice for balcony gardens.Read more16 days ago -
Colour Between the Flushes: Planting Companions for Continuous Summer InterestRoses offer their beauty in graceful waves. Most repeat-flowering varieties bloom in two or sometimes three distinct flushes throughout the growing season. The first flush typically emerges in early summer, producing the garden’s most abundant and dramatic display. After this, the rose takes a quiet pause to replenish energy, during which flower production slows or nearly stops.Read more20 days ago
