Description
Rosa ‘Kew Gardens’ is a beautiful David Austin rose with small, single flowers arranged in large heads, similar to hydrangeas. These lovely blooms appear almost continuously from early summer until autumn. The soft apricot buds gradually open to reveal pure white petals with a subtle hint of soft lemon behind the stamens. In addition to its stunning blooms, ‘Kew Gardens’ is also highly regarded for its exceptional health and nearly thornless stems. This bushy, upright rose is a relatively new introduction, having been bred by David Austin in 2009. It makes a beautiful addition to any garden, adding a touch of elegance and beauty with its delicate, fragrant blooms.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Kew Gardens Rose
- Hardiness:Fully Hardy
- How big will I get? Rosa ‘Kew Gardens’ can grow to a height of 1.2m and a spread of 1.2m.
- Did You Know That:There are over 100 different species of roses, and thousands of hybrids?
Plant Calendar
A rough guide to how this plant will change through the year.
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Care Guide
Soil Requirements
Rosa ‘Kew Gardens’ prefers moist but well-draining soil. This plant can grow in soil with a wide range of pH levels, it is not picky about the pH level of the soil.
Best Position
Rosa ‘Kew Gardens’ can handle either an exposed or a sheltered position and requires full sun to thrive, this consists of more than six hours of direct sunshine per day.
Maintenance
Rosa ‘Kew Gardens’
Pest, Diseases and Wildlife
Rosa ‘Kew Gardens’ can have problems with aphids, leafhoppers, and scale insects , it can be vulnerable to certain diseases such as black spot, rust and powdery mildews.