Rich, warm golden-yellow-toned petals. - english rose - strong, long-lasting scented rose - rich, reminiscent of old roses, damask character
– Deep, rich golden-yellow rosette blooms.
– Strong, long-lasting old rose fragrance.
– Tall, upright shrub for arches and fences.
– Reliable repeat flowering all season.
– Proven garden performance with major awards.
– Special feature: Honoured as “World’s Favourite Rose” by the World Federation of Rose Societies.
Sustainable garden design – Long-lasting plant
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
24,70 £
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AUSmas – yellow English rose - Austin
This renowned English shrub rose brings together nostalgic charm and modern reliability, forming a shapely, upright structure of around 130–180 cm that sits beautifully in the average family garden. Its very double, cupped rosette blooms open in generous clusters of rich golden yellow, softening to buttery tones in sun, creating a classic cottage feel from early summer onwards. With strong, lingering fragrance of old-rose character, it is ideal beside paths or seating areas where you can appreciate the scent as you pass. As an own-root plant it settles gradually, with roots in year one, strong shoots in year two and full ornamental impact by year three, then continues to build long-term stability in colour and form. Given reasonable watering and drainage, it copes well with typical British conditions, even in sites that can be breezy or humid. Its medium maintenance needs are straightforward for most gardeners, suiting both traditional borders and informal cottage mixes around the home.
AUSMAS (Graham Thomas) showing its full, golden-yellow blooms.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Feature shrub in a small to medium front garden
The upright, bushy habit to around 130–180 cm creates a clear focal point without overwhelming a modest front garden, giving a classic English-rose look with rich yellow rosettes that repeat through the season and remain attractive for many years – ideal for beginners.
Mixed cottage-style border by the house
Remontant flowering with abundant second flush means colour returns reliably after the first display, so beds near doors and windows stay lively without complicated pruning; its medium maintenance suits time-pressed homeowners.
Perfumed seating area or pathway edge
The strong, long-lasting scent with old-rose, damask character makes it perfect beside a bench or path, where repeated passes let you enjoy the fragrance through the day, rewarding scent-loving gardeners.
Traditional rose border with long-term structure
As an own-root shrub it builds a durable framework over the years, regenerating from the base if cut back and giving stable height and spread, which supports enduring, low-fuss planting plans for planners.
Informal flowering hedge or boundary line
The recommended 110 cm hedge spacing and 100–150 cm spread allow plants to knit into a relaxed, flowering screen, offering colour, height and a soft boundary without the rigid feel of clipped shrubs, suiting informal hedge enthusiasts.
Arch, pergola leg or light support
Its tall, upright growth can be tied to a post, arch or narrow support where space is tight, bringing scented golden blooms up towards eye and nose level for a romantic effect that appeals to rose lovers.
Large container on terrace or patio (40–50+ litres)
In a generously sized pot of at least 40–50 litres with regular watering, its upright form and repeated flowering give a long-season display close to the house, suiting busy urban balcony and patio owners.
Small group planting in exposed or damp-prone beds
Grouping 3–5 plants at the recommended spacing creates a cohesive block of colour and scent, while the variety copes well with ordinary British winds and moisture, even where summers feel close and humid, reassuring cautious beginners.
Styling ideas
Cottage Harmony – Combine with soft pink and white perennials for a romantic, layered front border that flowers through summer – ideal for cottage-style enthusiasts.
Golden Focus – Use a single specimen framed by low evergreen edging to draw the eye to your front door – suited to design-conscious homeowners.
Perfumed Corner – Plant near a bench with lavender and nepeta at its feet to create a scented retreat – perfect for evening sitters.
Soft Screen – Line a path or boundary in a loose hedge and underplant with hardy geraniums for a gentle, semi-formal division – good for family gardens.
Patio Statement – Place one in a 50-litre terracotta pot with trailing thyme around the rim for height, colour and aroma on the terrace – great for balcony and patio gardeners.
Technical cultivar profile
Characteristic
Data
Name and registration
English shrub rose from the English Rose Collection, registered as AUSmas and widely known as ‘Graham Thomas’, a romantic garden rose for ornamental use rather than commercial cut flowers.
Origin and breeding
Bred by David C. H. Austin in the United Kingdom from ‘Charles Austin’ × (‘Iceberg’ × unnamed seedling), introduced and registered in 1983 by David Austin Roses Ltd.
Awards and recognition
Holder of the RHS Award of Garden Merit and named to the World Federation of Rose Societies Hall of Fame as “World’s Favourite Rose”, with the Henry Edland Medal for fragrance.
Growth and structural characteristics
Medium-dense foliage on an upright, bushy shrub 130–180 cm tall and 100–150 cm wide, moderately thorny and suitable for beds, hedging or light support where height is desired.
Flower morphology
Very double, rosette-shaped blooms with more than 40 petals, large flower size carried mostly in clusters, repeating freely with an abundant second flush in suitable garden conditions.
Colour data and phenology
Rich golden-yellow buds open deep gold at the centre, fading through sunny to buttery yellow, with colour lightening further in strong sun yet retaining a warm, cheerful overall effect.
Fragrance and aroma
Strong, enduring perfume with a classic old-rose, damask character, best appreciated near paths, doors or seating areas where the scented air can be enjoyed at close quarters.
Hip characteristics
Produces relatively few hips; those that form are small, spherical, golden-yellow and decorative, around 12–18 mm in diameter and mainly of incidental ornamental interest.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Hardy to approximately -26 to -23 °C (RHS H7, USDA 5b), with moderate resistance to black spot, mildew and rust; benefits from regular watering and routine preventive care.
Horticultural recommendations
Best at 110–180 cm spacing depending on use; suitable for beds, hedges, arches and specimens in sun or partial shade, with moderate maintenance and occasional plant protection as needed.
AUSmas – yellow English rose - Austin offers rich repeat flowering, strong fragrance and enduring shrub structure on a resilient own-root plant, making it a thoughtful long-term choice for your garden.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
AUSMAS – yellow English rose - Austin
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Competition and Show Awards:
Henry Edland Medal – Fragrance Award (2000); Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit (1993); World Federation of Rose Societies Hall of Fame – 'World’s Favourite Rose' (2009)
Foliage:
The variety has foliage of medium density. The leaf surface characteristics are not clearly classifiable and the leaves are a medium green colour.
Closed Bud:
Deep, warm golden yellow with amber-tinged tips.
Newly Opened Flower:
The inner petals are an intense golden yellow; the outer whorl of petals lightens to a buttery yellow.
Full Bloom:
High-contrast bloom: deep golden at the centre, blending outward into sunny yellow and then buttery yellow.
Before Fading:
The yellow tone fades, mellowing from deep gold to a softer shade.
Colour Fading Description:
As the flower opens, the deep golden yellow gradually fades to sunny yellow and then to buttery yellow; in strong sunlight it lightens further.
Pollinator Attraction:
The cultivar's heavily double flower form (double rather than single or semi‑double) and reduced stamen accessibility make it poorly attractive to pollinators.
Our product is a rose grown with pharmaROSA®’s unique cultivation technology!
2-litre, own-root, potted rose.
With a shoot system appropriate to the season.
With a root system that thoroughly permeates the growing medium.
Quality compliant with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
Supplied in unique packaging that prevents damage.
Can be planted during frost-free periods.
True-to-variety rose bush with a unique identifier.
The pharmaROSA® own-root potted rose is a well-rooted plant that supports reliable establishment when planted and cared for properly, so it can be planted whenever the soil is not frozen.
Crop overview: several varieties and growth stages in a short crop section.Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.Root system: demonstration of a vigorous root system permeating the growing medium, by removing the pot.Balance: mature plant with root system and shoots in harmony with each other.
Information about the videos
The video series is not a “seasonal showcase”; it illustrates the essence of pharmaROSA® own-root cultivation in a tangible way: how the plant is built up, what the root system is like and how the shoot system regenerates. The recordings were therefore made at different times and with plants at various stages of development, so mixed foliage levels and differing stages of growth may appear in the videos. They are not a ‘sample’ of the batch dispatched, but a visual explanation of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose available to order — typical for the given period and similar to what you can expect to receive in the parcel — is shown in the upper part of the product page.
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Company details
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