Transform your garden with bountiful borders: Explore our new rose bundles
A garden border is where the heart of your garden comes alive – where colour, fragrance, and nature come together in perfect harmony. If you're looking to fill yours with beauty and fragrance, English roses are the perfect choice. With their timeless charm and repeat-flowering nature, they’ll transform your garden into a space you can cherish all year round.
Planting your roses now, during the cooler months, gives their roots the best chance to establish. By summer, your garden will be in full bloom, creating an enchanting space filled with fragrant, bountiful flowers.
Start your journey with our rose bundles
At David Austin, we’ve made it easier for you by selecting roses that suit every garden style. Whether you're new to roses or have a bit more experience, we've put together a selection that will help your garden flourish.
Starting out with roses can feel a little overwhelming, but the Beginners bundle is here to make it easy. With three reliable and easy-to-grow roses, this selection is perfect for those new to gardening.
Eustacia Vye (Ausegdon)A soft pink rose with a fruity fragrance, perfect for beginners thanks to its compact size and repeat flowering.
Olivia Rose Austin® (Ausmixture)A rose with soft pink blooms and a sweet fragrance, known for its vigour and disease resistance.
Emily Brontë (Ausearnshaw)A soft pink rose with apricot tones and a gentle fragrance, perfect for adding a romantic touch to your garden.
Pair these roses with plants like nepeta or salvia in a mixed border, or grow them in pots for a simple but effective display.
Even if your garden is on the smaller side, you can still enjoy the beauty of roses. Our Smaller Spaces bundle features roses that grow well in compact spaces, whether in pots, containers, or smaller borders.
- Olivia Rose Austin® (Ausmixture)A soft pink rose with a strong fragrance, perfect for pots and small gardens.
Roald Dahl (Ausowlish)A peachy-apricot rose with a light fruity scent, ideal for smaller spaces and containers.
The Alnwick Rose® (Ausgrab)A charming pink rose with a rich fragrance, perfect for adding a pop of colour to tight spots.
Choose pots that complement your garden’s style - terracotta for a classic look, or weathered stone for a more rustic charm. Make sure the pots have good drainage to help your roses thrive and consider mixing textures for a personal touch.
If you long for a garden that fills the air with fragrance, then our Fragrance lovers bundle could be just what you need. These roses are chosen for their beautiful aromas, which will gently scent the garden all season long.
Princess Alexandra of Kent (Ausmerchant)A deep-pink rose with a tea fragrance that adds elegance and fragrance to your garden.
The Poet's Wife (Auswhirl)A vibrant yellow rose with a refreshing citrus fragrance, perfect for a sunny spot.- Emily Brontë (Ausearnshaw)A soft pink rose with a delightful mix of tea and rose scents, perfect for adding a gentle fragrance to your garden.
Place these fragrant roses near seating areas or paths so you can enjoy their scent as you stroll through your garden. Pair with simple supports like wooden trellises for a traditional feel, or metal supports for something more modern.
A garden full of bees and butterflies not only looks beautiful but also helps support local wildlife. Our Perfect for Pollinators bundle includes roses that attract these vital creatures while adding a touch of colour and charm to your garden.
The Generous Gardener® (Ausdrawn)A pale pink rose with a light musk scent, offering open blooms that make it easy for bees to access nectar. Its climbing habit also makes it a graceful feature for walls or pergolas.
Scepter'd Isle® (Ausland)A pale pink rose with a myrrh scent, loved by bees and butterflies.
Tottering-by-gently (Auscartoon)A cheerful yellow single rose that’s perfect for pollinators, providing a simple yet elegant addition to any garden.
These roses thrive in sunny spots, so plant them where they'll get plenty of light. Pair them with plants like lavender to create a welcoming environment for pollinators. Let the climbing roses cover fences or arches, and consider adding a birdbath or log pile for extra wildlife-friendly touches.
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