David Austin Rose Golden Celebration

David Austin Rose ‘Golden Celebration’

Plant Fact File:

• Plant Type: Shrub Rose
• Cultivar: ‘Golden Celebration’
• Container Size: 3L
• Height: 20cm (from soil level to the top of the plant)
• Established Height: Approximately 1.2m
• Flower Color: Rich golden-yellow
• Flower Form: Fully double
• Fragrance: Strong, fruity fragrance with hints of tea and myrrh
• Bloom Time: Summer to fall
• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy
• Aspect: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil
• Hardiness: USDA zones 5-9

Description:

The David Austin Rose ‘Golden Celebration’ is a magnificent shrub rose renowned for its rich golden-yellow blooms and strong, fruity fragrance with hints of tea and myrrh. This cultivar comes in a 3L container, with a height of approximately 20cm from soil level to the top of the plant and an established height of around 1.2m. With its upright, bushy growth habit, ‘Golden Celebration’ adds warmth and elegance to any garden setting.

Key Features:

• Rich Golden-Yellow Blooms: ‘Golden Celebration’ produces exquisite, fully double blooms in a stunning shade of rich golden-yellow. The abundant flowers create a dazzling display from summer to fall, adding a touch of opulence and charm to the garden.
• Fragrance: The flowers emit a strong, fruity fragrance with delightful hints of tea and myrrh, filling the air with their enchanting scent. ‘Golden Celebration’ is cherished for its exceptional fragrance, which enhances the sensory experience of the garden.
• Upright Growth Habit: With its upright and bushy growth habit, ‘Golden Celebration’ makes an excellent focal point in borders or can be planted as a standalone specimen. It also performs well in containers, bringing beauty and fragrance to patios and balconies.
• Hardy and Easy to Grow: ‘Golden Celebration’ is hardy in USDA zones 5-9 and is relatively low-maintenance. It thrives in well-draining, fertile soil and prefers full sun to partial shade.

Planting Tips:

1. Choose a sunny to partially shaded location with well-draining soil.
2. Dig a hole slightly larger than the pot size and loosen the soil at the bottom.
3. Carefully remove the plant from its container and gently tease out the roots.
4. Place the plant in the center of the hole and backfill with soil, firming it gently around the roots.
5. Water thoroughly after planting and maintain consistent moisture during the growing season.
6. Mulch around the base of the plant to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
7. Prune lightly in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage new growth.