We created the Hunts Blind Centenary Rose to celebrate the 100th year of a local charity dedicated to helping visually impaired and blind individuals. There are some gorgeous colours in this rose. Early in the season it is dominated by … Continue reading The Hunts Blind Centenary Rose
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Queen Elizabeth had a wonderful love of flowers and gardening. Her love of roses was evident as they featured heavily in all six of her gardens and it is widely known that the Queen’s favourite flower was the Lily of … Continue reading Queen’s Favourite Flower
We have several roses fit for royalty. The Harkness nursery began in Yorkshire in 1879 and soon became well-known as a grower of top-quality roses. It was 80 years later that Jack Harkness began breeding new varieties in Hitchin, determined to create new and ever-more beautiful roses. The Queen Elizabeth II Rose This beautifully fragrant hybrid tea bush rose in shades of apricot pink was selected by the Queen, to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee. It has large classic shaped flowers which combine elements of soft pink light amber gold and cream, and a strong sweet rose scent. It’s a robust … Continue reading Roses fit for Royalty
The Born Free Rose is a stunning floribunda shrub of vibrant apricot and orange tones. Launched to celebrate the 90th birthday of Virginia McKenna and the exceptional work of the Born Free Foundation. This rose is the perfect colour to … Continue reading Born Free ‘The Lion’ Rose
Depending on the time of year, we supply our roses as either as ‘bare root’ or ‘potted’. Here is a quick guide on planting your new rose. Planting a bare root rose When you receive a bare root rose, it … Continue reading Planting your new rose
Pruning Tips Rose Maintenance Make sure you keep checking our blog for more hints and tips on how to look after your roses and if you are looking for more beautiful roses to grace your garden, check out our ranges … Continue reading Tips For Pruning & Maintaining Roses
