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    The King's Rose™

    (Ausa27a16) English Shrub Rose Bred By David Austin
          Description
          Distinctive, striped fuchsia and white petals create a bold yet natural look reminiscent of old Gallica roses. Its semi-double blooms appear in profusion, attracting pollinators to its central, vibrant yellow stamens. The light-medium musk fragrance whispers hints of fresh red apple and rosewater. A versatile and robust shrub with a vase-shaped growth habit and heart-shaped leaves.
          Characteristics
          • Colour: Bi Colour (Deep Pink/White Stripe)
            Colour may vary depending on growing conditions. Colour fade is a characteristic of some varieties.
          • Flowering: Repeat Flowering
            Repeat flowering roses flower in flushes from late spring through to early winter. Once flowering roses only produce a single flush of blooms lasting 3 to 4 weeks in mid-summer.
          • Fragrance: Light-medium,Musk
          • Bloom Size: Medium
            Bloom size varies over the life cycle of each bloom. Measurements refer to the average diameter of a bloom at its prime. Large bloom: 3.5-5" Medium bloom: 2-3.5" Small bloom: 1-2"
          • Family: English Shrub Rose
          • Size: Medium Shrub
            All measurements are approximate 'height x width' and refer to a 3 year old established rose, pruned once annually, measured during the first flush of flowers in June.
          • Height: 4ft (125cm)
          • Width: 3ft (90cm)
          • Breeder: David Austin
          • Year of Introduction: 2025
          Location
          • Roses Ideal for Attracting BeesAttracting Bees
          • Roses Ideal for CuttingCutting
          • Mixed Border
          • Roses that produce HipsRose Hips
          • Roses ideal for Shady AreasShady Areas
          • Roses with Very Few ThornsVery Few Thorns
          Growing conditions
          • North, East, South, West Facing
          • Full Sunlight
          • Roses Suitable for All Soil TypesAll soil types

          Customer Reviews

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          Carol Barraclough
          Second rose flowering pale yellow and pink

          The plant looked great The first flower came out pink and while but second pale yellow and pink 🤔

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          Mary B
          Kings Rose a winner

          I am thrilled with The Kings Rose. It arrived looking very healthy and covered in buds. It came two days after its debut on the first day at Chelsea and is still blooming. Three bees found the opened flowers within ten minutes of unwrapping.
          It has survived strong winds and torrential rain in an exposed position by the porch. A variegated stunner to add to my collection.

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          Howell Williams
          There is nothing quite like David's rosé

          I would say there are many gardener's like me we experiment with one of natures most amazing plant the rose
          Over the years I worry about what rose would suite in a particular corner or what rose could stand a little shade and of course there is no need to worry as Mr David had taken all the concern away
          He really did followed on by his close family.
          I had the pleasure of speaking to his son a while back a more pleasant man I have yet to meet
          His knowledge is not only first class but world class
          With my best regards Howell

          J
          J.C.

          Beautiful rose

          J
          J.W.

          Beautiful rose - delivery boxes were a bit battered - but the plants are thriving now.

          How to plant a shrub rose
          Frequently asked questions

          Need more help? for individual help or advice, we encourage you to contact our friendly, knowledgeable team on 01902 376300.

          Bare root roses are dormant plants and can be planted November and April.

          Potted roses are available all year round and can be planted at any time of the year.

          Aside from extreme weather, roses can be planted at any time during the year. The extreme weather conditions that we advise against planting in are when the ground is frozen, water-logged or during a drought.

          We take every care to breed, grow and deliver the best roses. If a rose fails to grow or arrives damaged, we will replace it free of charge. The 5 year guarantee applies to roses purchased
          directly from David Austin. If you would like to request a replacement or refund of a rose within the 5 year guarantee period, please complete our Returns form.

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