English roses: varieties, tips for choosing and care

English roses are also called David Austin roses, because it was thanks to this breeder that this plant variety was born at the end of the 20th century. David Austin developed a new variety by crossing the existing French, Damascus, Bourbon, Hybrid Tea, and Floribund species.

There are a huge number of varieties of English garden roses, and most of them belong to the Shraba class. The main distinguishing feature of this class is the use of related plants not only for vertical or not only horizontal gardening, but also for both species together.

In general, the varieties are not completely identical and have a large number of differences among themselves. For example, some types of English park roses are resistant to external negative effects of diseases and pests. Other varieties tolerate a lack of light with ease. Shrubs also differ in their external characteristics: the group includes low, medium, tall, weaving, prostrate, dense and sparse plants.

Despite all of the above, experienced and professional gardeners also highlight a number of disadvantages inherent in English roses. Let's consider these negative characteristics in more detail.

• In case of prolonged unfavorable conditions, for example, when it rains heavily, the flowers of the rose may simply not open. First of all, this applies to roses with cupped and spherical buds.
• New young branches of the English park rose bush can bend strongly (and, as a result, break) under the heavy weight of the blossoming buds. However, do not be afraid and upset - usually over time, when the bush takes root and becomes more mature, this problem is solved - the branches become denser and stop bending.
• Some of the varieties are unable to bloom again.
• Despite the fact that from a botanical point of view, David Austin roses are resistant to pests and diseases, in practice this is not always proven.

After familiarizing yourself with the general features and characteristics of the English park roses bred by David Austin, you should proceed to the description of specific plant varieties, as well as to consider their individual characteristics and distinctive features.

This variety is considered to be unique in nature. It was bred in 1985. The color of the roses themselves is not uniform: the edges of the petals are painted in a pink tint, and the core of the bud is apricot in color. The aroma of rose is saturated with pronounced fruity notes. As for resistance to external negative factors, it should be noted that this plant has a rather low threshold of resistance.First of all, this concerns the inability to tolerate temperature fluctuations and low temperatures, so the plant will not grow in unfavorable climatic zones, for example, it will not be suitable for Siberia. Also, the Abraham Derby rose does not tolerate diseases well.

The variety has an aristocratic history - it got its name in honor of the 50th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II of England. The variety was bred in 2002. The plant belongs to the genus Roses. By its nature, this shrub is quite wide. If we draw an analogy with geometry, then it has an almost square shape - botanists claim that the length and width of the plant are similar and are 1.2 meters each.

The petals of the flower, of which there are about 40 in 1 bud, have an unusual salmon-pink hue, but they do not smell like fish at all. On the contrary, the aroma of Jubilee Celebration is very pleasant, it resembles the smell of citrus fruits with light notes of raspberries. If we talk about the size of the flowers themselves, then they reach 14 centimeters and are very large. The leaves of this David Austin rose shrub have a dark green hue and a glossy finish. It is important to note that the rose is quite resistant to various kinds of diseases.

The shape of this flower is pronounced and has the shape of a bowl. Roses have a delicate peach-apricot hue. The bush reaches a height of 1.2 meters, the plant has dense green foliage.

The rose is interesting for its unusual shade: the flowers are painted in a light pink color with a slight apricot undertones. Moreover, the roses have a double texture and a cup-like shape. An important feature is the fact that the buds of the "Queen of Sviden" variety stand out for their matte surface, and their size reaches 7 centimeters in diameter.

The bush itself grows up to 1 meter in height, its shoots are straight. Queen of Sweden is able to bloom again. The flowers of the plant have a rather faint scent, in which the distant smell of myrrh is felt. Unlike its "counterparts", this variety of English park roses by David Austin does not tolerate precipitation quite well, in particular - the rose is unstable to heavy rains.

The plant is named after the famous ballerina. The rose has a bright burgundy hue and is distinguished by an almost perfectly round flower shape. Gardeners often use this plant to decorate flower beds and front gardens. In addition, "Darcy Bussell" for convenience can be grown in containers or in any other containers.

The second name of the rose is AUSencart. In general, the Benjamin Britten rose got its name from the famous composer from England - Edward Benjamin Britten. This plant belongs to the genus Rosehip and belongs to the already mentioned class Shrab. First of all, a park plant called "Benjamin Britten" plays a decorative role. The flowers of the plant have a pronounced red-orange color, therefore they will decorate any area. In diameter, blossoming roses reach 0.1 meters, and flowers can grow both singly and in groups. One flower usually has about 40 petals, the height of the bush does not exceed 1-1.2 meters, and the width is 0.7 m.

This variety was developed by David Austin in 1999.The shrub itself reaches 1.5 meters in height, but in width it is much smaller - the maximum size does not exceed 0.9 meters. The type of English park rose "Falstaff" is considered quite stable, it is able to endure both unfavorable temperature conditions and the negative effects of various diseases.

As for the flowers themselves, it should be noted that they have an unusual purple hue. Moreover, the unblown bud is painted in a darker color than the already blooming flower. The flowers themselves have a double structure, and in size they can reach 12 centimeters in diameter. It is important to note that roses are collected in a bunch - 1 bunch usually contains up to 5 flowers. The aroma is classic, inherent in roses.

James Galway was produced in the early 2000s. Its characteristic features are soft pink buds and a rich, pleasant scent. The plant reaches a height of 1.5 meters. Unlike many other varieties of English park roses, this subspecies has smooth and flexible shoots.

This variety has large flowers with a dense double texture. "William Shakespeare" is the record holder among all English park roses, because in one bud there can be more than 100 petals. The color of the plant is pronounced, scarlet.

This rose is considered one of the most resilient of the whole group of English park roses. It is able to withstand not only significant temperature fluctuations, but also can withstand diseases and pests. The petals of the Alnwick Rose are bent inward - this structure creates a unique appearance. The color is pale pink and the scent is crimson.

In addition to those described above, there are other varieties of English park roses. Among them, the most popular are:

• Crown Princess Margaret;
• Lady of Shallot;
• Vollerton Old Hall;
• "Tranquility";

• E Shropshire Led;
• Teasing Georgia;
• Manstead Wood;
• Eynshent Mariner.

Before starting the planting procedure, you should study the conditions that will be most favorable for the growth and development of English roses bred by David Austin. So, experienced gardeners recommend planting a plant in areas where shadow is present. These conditions are most suitable for this variety of roses. Conversely, direct overexposure to sunlight can negatively impact shrub development.

It is also important to take into account the fact that almost all plant subspecies are tall. That is why they are often used in landscape design for the design of hedges and fences. Among other things, English roses are believed to be best grown in groups. Therefore, you should choose several plant varieties at once and plant them in this combination. Roses of different colors growing next to each other will look especially bright and colorful.

The correct fit is only half the battle. In order for a plant to grow and develop, it must be properly cared for. To do this, follow simple rules.

• If for planting you have chosen a variety that is poorly resistant to atmospheric precipitation, then additional care is required for it. So, after precipitation falls, buds and flowers must be shaken off the moisture accumulated on them.
• The rose bushes should be pruned regularly and systematically.
• In order to maintain the correct growth of the plant, it is necessary to use special supports during cultivation. This is due to the fact that the shoots of this flower have a drooping structure.
• Do not forget to regularly apply various top dressing and fertilizers to the soil. Rose bushes need nitrogen, potassium, phosphorus.

Thus, with the correct planting, as well as in the case of following all the recommendations and tips for care, you can decorate your garden with aristocratic and unusual, but insanely beautiful English roses. They can plant a flower bed or decorate the entrance to the house. They can also be grown by running over a gazebo, mesh fence, or fence.

In the next video, you will find the secrets of growing English roses by David Austin.