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Top Picks: Michael Marriot, Renowned Rosarian, Selects Favorite Roses Globally

Unveil the blooms Michael Marriott showcases in his personal Shropshire rose garden

Highlights the preferred roses of renowned rosarian Michael Marriott
Highlights the preferred roses of renowned rosarian Michael Marriott

Top Picks: Michael Marriot, Renowned Rosarian, Selects Favorite Roses Globally

In a serene and tranquil Japanese-inspired garden space, created by Michael Marriott and his partner Rosie Irving, a collection of award-winning roses have found their home.

The roses, all bearing the prestigious Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society, add a splash of colour and fragrance to this elegant garden. Let's take a closer look at some of these stunning blooms.

Rosa Princess Anne (= 'Auskitchen') is a fragrant English shrub rose, boasting deep-pink flowers that fade to a rich pink. This beauty grows up to 1.2m x 1m, making it an ideal addition to any garden.

Rosa 'Rambling Rector' is a vigorous rambler, known for its large heads of white, semi double, strongly fragrant flowers. The blooms are followed by small orange hips, adding a touch of autumn charm. This rose grows up to an impressive 7m x 7m.

Another standout is Rosa 'Adélaïde d'Orléans', a beautiful rambler with semi-double, pure-white blooms. This rose grows up to 6m x 4m, creating a stunning sight in any garden.

Rosa Mary Delany (= 'Ausorts') is a repeat-flowering English climbing rose with soft-pink, semi-double flowers. It grows up to 3.5m x 2m, providing a lovely backdrop for other plants in the garden.

Rosa Queen of Sweden (= 'Austiger') is an upright English shrub rose with light pink, cup-shaped blooms. This rose grows up to 1.25m x 75cm, offering a delicate touch to the garden.

Last but not least, Rosa Buttercup (= 'Ausband') is a rose with rich yellow, loosely cupped flowers. This rose grows up to 1.5m x 1.5m, bringing a sunny disposition to any garden.

For those interested in acquiring these roses, prices are available from Burford Garden Co., with each rose priced at £33.00. However, it's important to note that the hardiness ratings for the roses have not been provided in this paragraph.

These roses, with their diverse colours, sizes, and fragrances, promise to add a touch of elegance and charm to any garden. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a novice just starting out, these roses are sure to brighten up your space.

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