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How to Grow David Austin English Rose - Graham Thomas

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Your complete guide to growing David Austin English Rose - Graham Thomas.

☀SunFull sun (6+ hours)
💧Water1-1.5 inches per week, drought tolerant when established
🗺Zones5–11
📏Height1-8 feet
David Austin English Rose - Graham Thomas

When to Plant David Austin English Rose - Graham Thomas

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Companion Plants for David Austin English Rose - Graham Thomas

✓ Good companions

Alliums

Repel aphids, thrips, and other rose pests through strong sulfur compounds

Catmint

Deters aphids, ants, and rodents while complementing rose blooms aesthetically

Clematis

Provides vertical interest and shares similar soil and sun requirements

Foxglove

Improves growth and disease resistance of nearby roses through root interactions

Geraniums

Repel Japanese beetles and other rose pests while providing color contrast

Lavender

Repels aphids, moths, and other pests while attracting beneficial pollinators

Marigolds

Deter nematodes and aphids while attracting beneficial insects

Rosemary

Repels various pests and thrives in similar Mediterranean-style conditions

✗ Keep away from

Black Walnut Tree

Produces juglone toxin that inhibits rose growth and can cause yellowing and death

Brassicas

Heavy feeders that compete for nutrients and may harbor pests harmful to roses

Large Trees

Compete for nutrients and water while creating excessive shade that reduces flowering

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