Monday, July 2, 2012

English Roses



Our early summer weather has consisted of a mix of rain and sun. I ran outside yesterday morning ahead of another approaching rain shower and clipped a small bouquet of roses. These are called Heritage, by David Austin. 


I have four David Austin rose bushes in our garden. They are all English roses, whose full old blossoms and strong heavenly fragrance I love. They deserve much more attention than we give them, I'm afraid. But nonetheless, they grace us with their timeless beauty. 


 David Austin's English Glamis Castle (creamy white) and Heritage (pink) roses. 

You can see more of his English roses here. 
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30 comments:

  1. Ocean Breezes and Country SneezesJuly 2, 2012 at 1:12 PM

    I love English roses, and yours are stunning, Happy 4th!

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  2. Michele SmithJuly 2, 2012 at 1:15 PM

    Oh my gosh these are just gorgeous!
    I can't wait until we have our farm and I can have beautiful roses like this! Beautiful!!!

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  3. PondsideJuly 2, 2012 at 1:15 PM

    It has been a stellar season for roses on the Island this year. I've never had such wonderful blooms or so many.

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  4. Tonya @ My Cozy Little FarmhouseJuly 2, 2012 at 1:19 PM

    Lovely!

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  5. JessicaJuly 2, 2012 at 1:27 PM

    Beautiful!

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  6. LynneJuly 2, 2012 at 1:30 PM

    Oh my . . . totally lovely . . .

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  7. Mary Palumbo CollingsJuly 2, 2012 at 1:34 PM

    Those are lovely roses... I have many David Austin roses, and I love them , and like you said, the fragrance is heavenly. I like how there are so many Different fragrances. Happy 4th...
    Ciao,
    Mary

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  8. Bokcaféet i bynJuly 2, 2012 at 1:40 PM

    Lovely, lovely roses you have! My garden in Sweden is full roses right now! Especially the inneryard. The newest addition is Gertrude Jenkyll, another Austin Rose. But my favourite at the moment is splendid, beautiful Karen Blixten. A white beauty with a touch of pink inside.
    Enjoy Summer!
    Kindest regards,
    Anna, Skåne, Sweden

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  9. Nicole Dorfmädchenglück July 2, 2012 at 1:41 PM

    so lovely images....love it!

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  10. AnonymousJuly 2, 2012 at 2:07 PM

    I am definitely going to look into investing in these, they are gorgeous! Xo, Ashley

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  11. Jennifer C. WebbJuly 2, 2012 at 2:13 PM

    gorgeous...planted six David Austin roses this spring. Doing well despite our heat and humidity

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  12. Tricia Rose Rough LinenJuly 2, 2012 at 3:35 PM

    David Austen roses are just wonderful: healthy, repeat flowering, and best of all - so fragrant...

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  13. Tracey Ayton PhotographyJuly 2, 2012 at 4:29 PM

    Those are absolutely stunning!!! I lost my mom a few years ago so whenever I see roses (mom's fave) I think of her. So lovely.

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  14. Robin JohnsonJuly 2, 2012 at 6:48 PM

    Gorgeous! I have a few shrub roses that I'm proud to say I've been able to keep alive for a couple of years. maybe someday I'll be able to grow "real" roses.

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  15. andyJuly 2, 2012 at 7:59 PM

    Those are gorgous roses trina . We have acouple of shrub roses and knock roses . Have a great 4th

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  16. AnonymousJuly 2, 2012 at 10:29 PM

    Those roses are SO gorgeous!

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  17. The MoerksJuly 2, 2012 at 10:46 PM

    What beautiful blooms and I love the hanging vase, what a pretty idea.

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  18. chanteusevcaJuly 3, 2012 at 12:13 AM

    We love our David Austin English roses here in Texas too. I have three bushes and ordred five more for delivery next fall. They do so well and are always so beautiful.

    Now if I could only get my peony bushes to thrive as well as yours. We had no winter here so mine didn't bloom this year for the first time in three years. Praying for better winter weather this year!

    Thanks for sharing your lovely garden. It is a lovely inspiration.

    ~Victoria in Texas

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  19. Lady CourtneyJuly 3, 2012 at 9:16 AM

    Beautiful, I love roses!!! :)

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  20. HeatherJuly 3, 2012 at 11:14 AM

    beautiful!

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  21. Fresh Vanilla For CJuly 3, 2012 at 11:53 AM

    HI~~ Just discovered your blog and I am so glad that I did! It is gorgeous.
    I am your newest follower.

    Have a great 4th of July
    ~Cheryl
    Fresh Vanilla For C

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  22. Thoughts for the dayJuly 3, 2012 at 2:56 PM

    Wonderful... and beautiful and I always enjoy your blog.

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  23. LeeJuly 3, 2012 at 7:45 PM

    We love the same things Trina. I have Constance Spry, Heritage, Graham Thomas, The generous Gardener and
    Claire austin and Pat Austin.

    They are my favorite. I love them.
    Your photo is lovely. Like you.
    Lisa

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  24. KateJuly 4, 2012 at 10:17 AM

    These are AMAZING! Happy 4th!

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  25. miss bJuly 5, 2012 at 4:36 AM

    I love the first photo. Roses are one of my favourite flowers especially pale pink.
    http://missbbobochic.blogspot.co.uk/

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  26. Interior DomainJuly 5, 2012 at 1:25 PM

    Gorgeous roses. I could almost smell their sweet scent!

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  27. JayJuly 8, 2012 at 4:30 PM

    Roses are my favourite flower, all my wedding flowers were roses.

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  28. chicken feetJuly 8, 2012 at 5:43 PM

    Absolutely stunning photos!

    BackdoorKitchen.blogspot.com

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  29. How2homeJuly 11, 2012 at 6:02 PM

    These english roses look so pretty, they really remind of me peonies. Too bad we can't get english roses here in canada!

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  30. Christina ConradJuly 13, 2012 at 12:04 PM

    Those English Roses are breathtaking! Gorgeous photos. Love your kiddo hiding behind curtains.

    Christina
    www.foodiewithalife.com

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