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.

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NOMA BERRY LIGHTS 100 COOL WHITE
EUGY 3D TYRANNO
TILDENET 40 CELL INSERTS (PACK OF 5 TRAYS)
WRENDALE BISCUIT BARREL MICE
MILFORD GIN BALLOON GLASS SHOOTING
STEWART SMITHY GUN METAL TUB 35CM
HEATHCOTE & IVORY SARA MILLER UNDERWATER SPA HOT WATER BOTTLE
TONIES PEPPA PIG ON THE ROAD WITH PEPPA
Smart Garden Pretty Petunias Artificial Hanging Basket
DARLAC LEATHER SECATEUR HOLSTER
PANACEA PLANT CADDY 10 INCHES
MR FOTHERGILL'S - SILENE BLUE ANGEL SEEDS
WRENDALE FOLDABLE BAG DOG
WRENDALE CANVAS BAG PIGGY IN THE MIDDLE
WRENDALE CLOCK OWL
STEWART PREMIUM SEED TRAY WITH HOLES 20CM GREEN
Kelkay Oyster Pearl Pebbles
LSA DUSK BALLOON PINK & GREY
VITAX STAY OFF RABBIT REPELLENT
TILDENET 15 CELL INSERTS (PACK OF 5 TRAYS)
MILFORD WHISKY TUMBLER GLASS FLAMINGO
WESTLAND PERLITE
MR FOTHERGILL'S - RHS ASPARAGUS CONNOVER SEEDS
VITAX NIPPON ANT & CRAWLING INSECT KILLER READY TO USE 750ML
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Rhododendron 'Golden Torch'
THOMPSON & MORGAN - ASPARAGUS PEA
WOW ERNIE FIRE ENGINE
SOMERSET TOILETRY CO AAA HAND WASH ROSE PETAL 500ML
THE ENGLISH TABLEWARE COMPANY ARTISAN FLOWER TEA TOWEL SET
SOMERSET TOILETRY CO AAA HAND WASH LILY OF THE VALLEY 500ML
WRENDALE TIN RECTANGULAR GUINEA PIG
Jellycat Amuseable Toast Small
WOW LADYBIRD LILY
TILDENET PEAT FREE STRIPS
TILDENET CANE CAPS SMALL
FIKKERTS SMALL CANDLE TIN AMBER
WRENDALE CANVAS SMALL FOXGLOVES
WOLF MULTI CHANGE WEED EXTRACTOR
MR FOTHERGILL'S - BLACK EYED SUSAN SUSIE MIXED SEEDS
PEGGY WILKINS ROUND GREY CHRISTABEL TABLECLOTH
GROWTH TECHNOLOGY CITRUS REPOTTING MIX
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