Rosa Sir John Betjeman - English Shrub Rose

The English rose Sir John Betjeman stands out with its double flowers which are an intense fuchsia pink colour.  These bloom in a dome shape while their while their colour intensifies. There is a rather modern character in its large-sized flowers, with a light fragrance, but also in the bushy and upright habit of this rose, which is of modest size but very floriferous.   Brightly coloured roses awaken flower beds and romantic bouquets.

This rose takes its time to reach its full potential. This modest-sized bush will reach about 1m (3ft) in height and 75cm (30in) in width, with a rather upright habit and branches that slightly bend under the weight of the flowers. Its growth is rather slow and its thorny stems are covered with foliage that is quite resistant to diseases. On this repeat flowering bush, dark pink buds are next to pendulous flowers, formed in large globular rosettes measuring 7 to 8 cm (3in) in diameter. They are a very bright pink, carmine in the centre, and darken over the course of the days. They release a fresh but discreet fragrance.

Rose Sir John Betjeman forms a bright and very colourful bush that will be magnificent in a rose bed or in front of a cluster of flowering shrubs (buddleias, lilacs, spireas, deutzias, mock oranges, kolwitzias). In mixed borders, it will accompany perennial plants such as gypsophila, phlox, or tall foxgloves. Planting it in a small hedge or in a group of 3 subjects will give it more impact. It will also stand out in front of a box or yew screen, or surrounded by a miniature hedge as seen in Italian or French gardens.

Obtained by David Austin in 2008. English rose.