Description
A charming and elegant rose with a classic Old Rose appearance, Rosa ‘Susan Williams-Ellis’ is a stunning white variety, born from a sport of its pink parent, ‘The Mayflower’. Not only is this rose a true beauty in the garden, but it is also remarkably disease-resistant, making it a low-maintenance addition to any collection. The medium-strong fragrance is a delightful blend of sweet and spicy, evoking a sense of nostalgia and romance. This winter-hardy rose grows upright, with bushy and twiggy growth that adds an interesting texture to the garden. It was named after the renowned founder of Portmeirion Pottery, who was a true lover and of the English Rose.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Susan Williams-Ellis Rose
- Hardiness:Fully Hardy
- How big will I get? Rosa ‘Susan Williams-Ellis’ can grow to a height of 1.1m and a spread of 0.9m.
- Did You Know That:Roses have been cultivated for thousands of years and are one of the oldest flowers in the world?
Plant Calendar
A rough guide to how this plant will change through the year.
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Care Guide

Soil Requirements
Rosa ‘Susan Williams-Ellis’ prefers moist but well-draining soil. This plant can grow in soil with a wide range of pH levels, it is not picky about the pH level of the soil.

Best Position
Rosa ‘Susan Williams-Ellis’ can handle either an exposed or a sheltered position and can cope with either full sun or partial shade.

Maintenance
Rosa ‘Susan Williams-Ellis’

Pest, Diseases and Wildlife
Rosa ‘Susan Williams-Ellis’ can have problems with aphids, leafhoppers, and scale insects , it can be vulnerable to certain diseases such as black spot, rust and powdery mildews.

GIBSONS BOURTON ON THE WATER 1000 PIECE JIGSAW
ORCHARD TOYS SPEED SPELLING
WESTLAND VERMICULITE
STEWART ESSENTIAL ELECTRIC PROPAGATOR 52CM
Polemonium caeruleum 'Bambino'
ORCHARD TOYS DINOSAUR DOMINOES MINI GAME
GISELA GRAHAM REINDEER HEAD KEYRING
WALTON & CO SKYE RUG SMALL
Walton & Co Grey Bhodi Rug Large
SOMERSET TOILETRY CO AAA HAND CREAM ROSE PETAL 60ML
Walton & Co Rope Rug Grey Large
BABY BIO ORCHID FEED & MIST
BOLSIUS PILLAR CANDLE WINE RED SMALL
SMART GARDEN CLASSIC 4 TIER GRO-ZONE
DECORIS SILVER TREES T-LIGHT HOLDER 18cm
SOMERSET TOILETRY CO AAA BODY CREAM PEONY PLUM 130ML
DARLAC LIGHTWEIGHT SHEAR
TILDENET FLOWER STICKS 24"
HARTMAN BERKELEY BENCH BRONZE
GROWTH TECHNOLOGY TERRARIUM REPOTTING MIX
GISELA GRAHAM PINK STAR TREE DECORATION
MILFORD TEALIGHT HOLDER GLASS AT THE RACES
WESTLAND SULPHATE OF POTASH
ROBERT WELCH RW2 BRUSHED 3 PIECE SERVING SET
WESTLAND RESOLVA MOSS KILLER
ASHLEIGH & BURWOOD LAVA TOWER FRAGRANCE LAMP
Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote'
SOMERSET TOILETRY CO AAA HAND WASH LAVENDER 500ML
Campanula 'Ambella® Intense Purple'
WEBER iGRILL 3
SMART GARDEN FERNS DECOIR MAT
STEWART PREMIUM SEED TRAY WITH HOLES 20CM GREEN
ROBERT WELCH DRIFT BOWL MINI 110MM
THE ENGLISH TABLEWARE COMPANY ARTISAN LATTE MUG HARE & HEDGEHOG
BECKFORDS PIRATE RUM GIFT BOX
TILDENET 40 CELL INSERTS (PACK OF 5 TRAYS)
WEBER SEAFOOD WOOD CHIPS
Achillea 'Summer Pastels'
SCHLEICH ZEBRA FOAL
WESTLAND PERLITE
Silver Anniversary Rose 

