Rose Lady Of Shalott Bush

• Bred by David Austin Roses and named after the Tennyson poem, this English Rose combines old rose charm with modern disease resistance. Released in 2009, it quickly became a garden favourite.
• Features large, fully double blooms in warm apricot shades that change colour as they age. The strong fragrance intensifies in cooler weather.
• Grows as an upright shrub with healthy, dark green foliage that resists common rose diseases. Excellent for cutting gardens.
• Loved by gardeners for its continuous flowering habit and ability to thrive in Australian conditions with minimal chemical intervention.

• Water deeply twice weekly at soil level, avoiding foliage to prevent disease. Increase to daily watering during extreme heat waves.
• Position in full morning sun with some afternoon shade in hot climates. Minimum 6 hours direct sunlight for optimal flowering.
• Plant in well-draining soil enriched with compost and aged cow manure. Add gypsum if soil is clay-heavy.
• Feed monthly with complete rose fertiliser from spring to autumn. Apply Epsom salts every three months for healthy foliage.
• Prune in late winter, removing dead wood and crossing branches. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage repeat flowering.
• Maintain consistent soil moisture with organic mulch layer. Avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal issues.
• In winter, reduce watering and cease fertilising to allow natural dormancy period.

• Provide morning sun with afternoon protection in hot Australian climates - at least 6 hours of sunlight daily for best flowering. East-facing positions work well.
• Water deeply twice weekly, soaking the root zone thoroughly but avoiding wet foliage. Increase frequency during hot summer periods.
• Plant in well-draining soil enriched with compost and aged manure. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• Feed monthly during growing season with rose-specific fertiliser. Apply Epsom salts quarterly for magnesium boost.
• Prune in late winter, removing dead wood and opening the centre for air circulation.

• Aphids can cluster on new growth - spray with insecticidal soap or encourage beneficial insects like ladybirds. Check regularly during spring growth spurts.
• Black spot may appear in humid conditions - ensure good air circulation and avoid overhead watering. Remove affected leaves promptly.
• Spider mites thrive in hot, dry weather - increase humidity around the plant and use miticide if needed. Mulch well to retain soil moisture.
• Thrips can damage flower buds - use blue sticky traps and beneficial predatory mites for natural control.