Not just for Jane Austen fans.
The English Rose has a laid-back cottage style and an undeniably deliciously complex scent. Many English Roses are known for their fragrance. The English Rose has enjoyed a much-deserved resurgence and we’re here to let you in on why.
At Molbak’s we carry the coveted English Roses bred by David Austin.
What’s so special about David Austin roses?
David Austin roses are bred for selective traits that many consider classic rose features. They are stunning, fragrant and require minimal maintenance. All roses are hand-budded, a traditional and intricate skill carried out by David Austin experts millions of times each year.
Why we love David Austin English Roses:
- Graceful shrubbery
- Classic fragrance
- Bred in England, grown in the U.S.
- Full, multi-petal flowers
- Numerous repeat flowering varieties to choose from
- Disease-resistant
Why have English Roses risen in popularity?
Store bought roses simply can’t hold a candle to the English Roses grown in Pacific Northwest gardens. Many of the bouquets you’ll find in the grocery store or farm stand are hybrids. They lack the fragrance that are synonymous with roses.
English roses make great container shrubs! So, if you’re working without a yard and only have a patio or deck, the English Rose is a great choice.
You can opt for a cultivar that is bee friendly. Choosing pollinator plants for your garden or patio is not only on-trend, but also good for the environment. We’ve all been made aware of the devastating impact that habitat loss, pesticides and climate change (to name a few) have had on bee populations. This is why more gardeners are choosing plants that give bees and other pollinators a leg up in an increasingly scary world for bees.
There are many David Austin roses that thrive in the Pacific Northwest. If you are planning on planting your roses in an area that is partly shady, our Molbak’s experts recommend these cultivars:
Molbak’s 2023 English Rose Collection
- Claire Austin
- Desdemona
- Eustacia Vye
- Gabriel Oak
- Gertrude Jekyll
- Golden Celebration
- Olivia Rose Austin
- Roald Dahl
- Scepter’d Isle
- Silas Marner
- Teasing Georgia
- The Generous Gardener
- The Lark Ascending
- The Poet’s Wife
Most Fragrant English Roses:
- Claire Austin
- Desdemona
- Eustacia Vye
- Gabriel Oak
- Gertrude Jekyll
- Golden Celebration
- Scepter’d Isle
- Silas Marner
- The Generous Gardener
- The Poet’s Wife
Shines In A Container:
- Desdemona
- Eustacia Vye
- Gabriel Oak
- Olivia Rose Austin
- Roald Dahl
- The Poet’s Wife
Ideal For Cutting:
- Claire Austin
- Desdemona
- Gabriel Oak
- Gertrude Jekyll
- Golden Celebration
- Olivia Rose Austin
- Roald Dahl
- Silas Marner
- The Poet’s Wife
Repeat Flowering:
- Desdemona
- Gabriel Oak
- Gertrude Jekyll
- Teasing Georgia
- The Lark Ascending
Attracts Bees & Pollinators:
- Golden Celebration
- Scepter’d Isle
- The Generous Gardener
- The Lark Ascending
Considering companion plants?
At Molbak’s we have companion plants that will really make your English Roses stand out. Companion planting is done for many reasons. It’s a great way to keep pests away, can mitigate soil erosion and can lure pollinators to your garden.
In this case, we’ve curated a list of companion plants that will simply look stunning next to your new English Roses.
Molbak’s recommended companion plants:
- Catmint
- Salvia
- Germander
- Agastache
- Hardy Geranium
- Euphorbia
- Caryopteris
- Hebe
Pest repellent herbs:
- Lavender
- Ornamental Oregano
- Mint
- Thyme
