Rose - Graham Thomas

Common Name:
Rose 'Graham Thomas'

Description:
Rose 'Graham Thomas' is a celebrated English shrub rose, introduced by renowned breeder David Austin in 1983. This variety is distinguished by its rich, pure yellow, cupped blooms that exude a light tea fragrance with subtle hints of violets. The flowers are medium-sized and fully double, creating a classic, old-world charm. The plant exhibits a bushy, upright, and vigorous growth habit, adorned with attractive, smooth green foliage. 'Graham Thomas' is a repeat bloomer, providing flushes of vibrant color from late spring through autumn. It thrives in Melbourne's climate, preferring full sun and well-drained soil. Regular deadheading encourages continuous flowering, and annual winter pruning helps maintain its shape and health. This versatile rose can be grown as a shrub or trained as a climber, making it suitable for various garden settings, including beds, borders, and trellises.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium to Large
• Climber

Mature Size:

• Height: 1.5 – 2.5 meters as a shrub; up to 3.5 meters as a climber
• Width: 1.2 – 1.5 meters

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer
• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Rich, Pure Yellow

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Disease Resistant
• Scented Flowers
• Bee Attracting
• Perennial
• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Cut Flowers
• Suitable for Training as a Climber

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans
• May cause mild stomach upset if ingested by pets

Companion Plants:

• Lavender
• Salvia
• Catmint (Nepeta)
• White Alyssum
• Geraniums