Rose - William and Catherine

Common Name:
Rose 'William and Catherine'

Description:
Rose 'William and Catherine' is a classic English rose bred by David Austin, created to commemorate the royal wedding of Prince William and Catherine Middleton. This elegant variety produces clusters of beautifully formed, creamy-white blooms with a soft blush at the centre when newly opened. The flowers are full-petalled, with a refined rosette shape and a strong, pure myrrh fragrance that lingers in the air. Flowering in generous flushes from late spring through to autumn, it thrives in Melbourne gardens when planted in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil. The plant has a healthy, upright habit with rich green foliage and good disease resistance, making it both a beautiful and reliable garden performer. Ideal for use in borders, cottage gardens, formal rose beds, or planted in groups for a romantic display, 'William and Catherine' brings a timeless, dignified presence to the garden.

Form:
Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:
Height: 1.2–1.5 m
Width: 1–1.2 m

Aspect:
Full Sun
Part Shade

Flowering:
Flowers in Spring
Flowers in Summer
Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:
Creamy white
Soft blush centre (fades with age)

Key Attributes:
Scented flowers
Perennial
Suitable for Cut Flowers
Suitable for Formal Gardens
Bee Attracting
English Rose (David Austin)
Suitable for Hedging

Toxicity:
May be mildly toxic to pets (particularly dogs and cats) if ingested – can cause gastrointestinal irritation. Thorns may also cause physical injury.

Companion Plants:
Lavender
Catmint (Nepeta)
Salvia nemorosa
Foxglove (Digitalis)
Lady’s Mantle (Alchemilla mollis)
Lamb’s Ear (Stachys byzantina)