Key facts
- Breeder
- David Austin
- Listed for
- United Kingdom
Overview
William Shakespeare 2000 is an English rose from David Austin, introduced in 2001 and named after the playwright. It is also sold simply as William Shakespeare. The reference does not give flower colour, scent or size, so check the supplier's details before planting.
William Shakespeare 2000 traits
- English rose bred by David Austin, 2001
- Named after William Shakespeare; also listed as 'William Shakespeare'
Good for
- Rose borders
Compare with other rose varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| William Shakespeare 2000 this page | — | — | — |
| A Shropshire Lad | — | Shrub | — |
| A Whiter Shade of Pale | — | Bush | — |
| Absolutely Fabulous | — | Bush | — |
| Adélaïde d'Orléans | — | Climber | — |
| Albéric Barbier | — | Climber | — |
| Albertine | — | Climber | — |
William Shakespeare 2000 FAQ
What kind of rose is William Shakespeare 2000?
William Shakespeare 2000 is an English rose from David Austin, introduced in 2001 and named after the playwright. It is also sold simply as William Shakespeare.
How does William Shakespeare 2000 compare with other rose varieties?
Similar rose varieties include A Shropshire Lad, A Whiter Shade of Pale, Absolutely Fabulous. The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is William Shakespeare 2000 good for?
William Shakespeare 2000 is grown for rose borders.
Sowing, care and common problems
Sowing times, care and common problems are the same for every rose variety, so they are covered once in the growing guide.
- Rose growing guide
- How to Prune Roses: When to Cut and How Hard
- Types of Roses: How the Group Decides the Pruning
- Rose Problems: Black Spot, Powdery Mildew and Aphids
- How to Care for Roses: Feeding, Watering and Deadheading
- Rose Growing Calendar: What to Do in Each Season
- Overwintering Roses: Protecting the Graft and the Canes
- All 321 rose varieties
Source
Source: Wikipedia (Wikimedia Foundation)
The text on this page is our own summary written from the published variety record, not a copy of it.