English Roses

Bred by David Austin

For almost 60 years David Austin Roses has been breeding exquisite English Roses. Renowned for their beautiful, often many petalled, repeat flowering blooms and enticing, rich fragrances there are now over 200 rose varieties bred by David Austin, each one making a fantastic contribution to any garden.

English roses

Our Recommended Roses

William and Catherine English Shrub Rose €21.95 - €28.95
James L. Austin English Shrub Rose €21.95 - €28.95
Vanessa Bell English Shrub Rose €21.95 - €28.95
Eustacia Vye (syn. Sts. Francis and Claire) English Shrub Rose €23.50 - €30.50
Princess Anne English Shrub Rose €21.95 - €28.95
Susan Williams-Ellis English Shrub Rose €21.95 - €28.95
The Generous Gardener English Climbing Rose €21.95 - €28.95
Olivia Rose Austin English Shrub Rose €21.95 - €28.95

Climbing &

rambling roses

For fabulous floral impact train a Climbing or Rambling rose up the front of a house, wall or a fence.

climbers & ramblers

Discover Our

Latest varieties

Our newest additions to our collection of English Roses include Silas Marner and The Country Parson. Inspired by classic literary works, this unfussy pink rose and its feisty yellow companion join our Literary Collection.

new roses

Advice on how to care for your roses

Favourite roses for shade, bees, fragrance & amazing flowers

Plant with abundance & create a bountiful blooming garden in an instant.

How to grow roses on pillars

Turn a simple pillar into a pretty perfumed masterpiece by covering with a climbing or small...

How to transform your shed into a floral fantasy

Many gardens have a trusty shed or two, often unloved and borne out of necessity. However,...

How to create a rose covered arch

Need space for more roses? Arches are the best way to create an abundance of blooms...

How to encourage a happy garden and healthy roses

Pollinators such as bees, butterflies and other garden insects are integral to a happy garden and...

How to create simple home grown arrangements

One of the best aspects of growing roses is the satisfaction one gets from cutting a...

How to create a floral aisle alleyway

Those little paths and alleyways down the sides of a house can be a dark and...

Create a cottage look with climbing roses

The façade of a house should not be forgotten as it provides a unique opportunity to...

How to create a two plant cottage garden

Plant with abundance a combination of English Roses and English Lavender for an easy upkeep cottage...

How to combine shades of purple roses

Shades of purple when combined together can create a garden of grandeur and majesty. With so...

How to combine roses with silver toned foliage

Using silver toned foliage is a way to add depth to a border whilst keeping the...

How to add greenhouse glamour to your garden

We are often so focused on what is going on within our greenhouses that we neglect...

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David Austin watering can, mycorrhizal fungi and Briers gloves
David Austin watering can, mycorrhizal fungi and Briers gloves

Rose care accessories & gifts

From rose food to books about roses, explore our range of rose care accessories and gifts perfect for gardeners.
Seasonal bare root roses for autumn planting
Seasonal bare root roses for autumn planting

seasonal bare root roses

Sustainable. British grown. Plastic-free.

Rose Best for Fragrance

With their exceptionally strong fragrance, these roses will delight the senses.

A lifetime of rose breeding...

For almost 60 years David Austin Snr. worked towards his goal of creating an ever more beautiful rose, releasing over 200 varieties during his lifetime.

Repeat Flowering Roses

Repeat flowering roses will bloom from early summer right into late autumn.