Rich, warm golden-yellow-toned petals. - english rose - strong, long-lasting scented rose - rich, reminiscent of old roses, damask character
– Intense, long-lasting old-rose fragrance
– Rich golden-yellow rosette blooms
– Abundant, reliable repeat flowering
– Tall, upright shrub for hedges and arches
– Awarded RHS Award of Garden Merit Gné speisialta: Roghnaithe mar World’s Favourite Rose (2009).
Sustainable garden design – Long-lasting plant
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
23,30 €
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AUSmas – yellow English rose – Austin
If You dream of a reliable, romantic English rose that simply settles in and performs in an Irish family garden, AUSmas (‘Graham Thomas’) is an easy, confidence‑building choice. Its deeply cupped blooms open into rosettes of golden petals that soften to buttery yellow, lighting up beds and front gardens even in our changeable, damp climate where good drainage helps on heavier soils and clay. This upright shrub forms a rounded, medium‑dense bush of about 130–180 cm, ideal as a hedge, specimen or backdrop behind lower perennials. Strong, classic damask scent and abundant repeat flowering mean You get show after show from early summer onwards with only moderate routine care. As an own‑root plant it establishes steadily, giving You a long‑lived, regenerating structure rather than a short‑term display, and it suits gardeners who prefer natural, gradual growth over high‑maintenance pruning tricks. In year one it concentrates on roots, in year two on building shoots, and by year three it reveals its full ornamental value as a mature, richly blooming shrub that truly looks at home in Your garden.
Graham Thomas in full bloom, showing rich golden-yellow rosette flowers.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front garden focal shrub near the entrance
Upright, medium‑tall habit and rich yellow rosettes give an immediate sense of welcome beside a path or doorway, while own‑root planting supports long-term reliability and low replacement needs for beginners
Small group planting in a family flower bed
Planted in groups of 1–3, AUSmas quickly becomes a rounded, bushy feature that repeats well through the season, creating a coherent look without needing advanced pruning skills, ideal for a busy household
Romantic hedge or backdrop along a fence
The 130–180 cm height and 100–150 cm spread allow a soft, informal hedge that screens views while keeping a friendly feel, with own‑root growth giving lasting structure for a long‑term garden plan that suits the practical
Mixed cottage border with perennials
The warm yellow blends beautifully with cottage plants such as coneflowers and chives; remontant flowering keeps colour returning among perennials so the border stays lively with modest care for the relaxed gardener
Feature rose near a seating area or terrace
Strong, long‑lasting damask fragrance and large, very double blooms reward time spent outdoors; plant it where air movement carries the perfume towards seats for evening enjoyment valued by families
Partially shaded side garden or north‑east aspect
Good tolerance of partial shade lets AUSmas flower where many roses fail, brightening less sunny corners while still forming a stable, own‑root shrub, reassuring for those with imperfect sites and little experience
Container specimen for patio or sunny balcony
In a minimum 40–50 litre container with regular watering, its upright habit and repeat bloom make a long‑lived patio feature, particularly useful where borders are small but You still want a true English rose for city living
Coastal or exposed front garden
Sturdy shrub structure, RHS Award of Garden Merit reliability and proven garden performance help it cope with moist, breezy sites typical of Ireland’s Atlantic‑influenced weather where good drainage aids heavier soils, encouraging cautious owners
Decorating ideas
COTTAGE RIBBON BORDER – Line a path with AUSmas at gentle intervals, underplanting with chives and low catmint for a soft, cottage look – ideal for lovers of relaxed, informal front gardens
GOLDEN FEATURE BED – Place one shrub in the centre of a small circular bed, ringed with lavender and pale perennials so the yellow blooms stand out – perfect for beginners wanting an easy focal point
ROMANTIC FENCE BACKDROP – Plant a loose row along a boundary, weaving through honeysuckle or Lonicera nitida for layered green and gold – suited to family gardens needing attractive, friendly screening
SCENTED SEATING NOOK – Position AUSmas close to a bench with white hydrangeas behind, so fragrance and colour wrap around the sitting area – great for those who unwind outdoors after work
YELLOW POT PARADISE – Grow a single plant in a 40–50 litre terracotta pot with trailing thyme at the base, creating a movable splash of colour – ideal for renters or balcony gardeners
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Trade name Ausmas English Rose AUSmas; registered cultivar AUSmas; commonly known as ‘Graham Thomas’; English Rose Collection shrub, romantic garden rose for ornamental use.
Origin and breeding
Bred by David C. H. Austin, United Kingdom, 1983; parentage ‘Charles Austin’ × (‘Iceberg’ × unnamed seedling); introduced by David Austin Roses Ltd in 1983.
Awards and recognitions
Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit; Henry Edland Medal fragrance award; World Federation of Rose Societies Hall of Fame, “World’s Favourite Rose” 2009.
Growth and structure
Upright shrub 130–180 cm high, 100–150 cm spread; medium density foliage, medium green; moderately thorny shoots; forms a well‑rounded, substantial bush on its own roots.
Flower morphology
Large, very double, 40+ petal rosette blooms, typically clustered; remontant with abundant second flush; flowers 7–10 cm across, classic English Rose style.
Colour and phenology
Rich golden yellow in bud and centres, outer petals softer buttery yellow; colour lightens as blooms age, especially in strong sun; high‑contrast, full yellow display in early to mid season repeats.
Fragrance and aroma
Strong, long‑lasting scent with classic old rose and damask character; best appreciated near paths or seating; considered one of the notable fragrant English Roses.
Rose hip characteristics
Sparse production of spherical, golden‑yellow hips, around 12–18 mm in diameter; hips are a minor ornamental feature and do not significantly affect flowering.
Resistance and hardiness
Hardy to about −26 to −23 °C (RHS H7, USDA 5b, Swedish zone 4); moderate resistance to black spot, powdery mildew and rust; benefits from regular watering and basic preventative care.
Horticultural recommendations
Suitable for beds, specimen use, informal hedges, fences, arches and some cutting; spacing 110–180 cm depending on use; prefers fertile, well‑drained soil and regular feeding in season.
AUSmas offers rich golden blooms, strong fragrance and dependable shrub structure that matures steadily on its own roots, making it a practical, long‑lived choice for Your garden that You can select with confidence.
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.
Freshly 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.
Pre-Fading Flower:
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 unique pharmaROSA® cultivation technology!
2 litre, own-root, potted rose.
With shoots appropriate to the season.
With roots thoroughly interwoven through the growing medium.
Quality in line with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
In unique packaging that prevents damage.
Can be planted during frost-free periods.
True-to-type rose plant with an individual 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.
Stock: several varieties and several stages of development in a short stock section.Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.Root system: presentation of the strong root system interwoven through the growing medium with the pot removed.Balance: mature plant where the development of the root system and the shoots is in harmony.
Information about the videos
The video series is not a “seasonal showcase”, but makes the essence of pharmaROSA® own-root production tangible: how the plant is built, what the root system is like and how the shoots renew themselves. The footage was therefore taken at different times, showing plants at different stages of development, so mixed leaf coverage or differing growth stages may appear in the videos. This is not a “sample” of the batch delivered, but an illustration of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose available to order — typical of the given period and similar to what you can expect to receive in the parcel — is shown at the top of the product page.
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Company details
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