Soft, pure lemon yellow that gently fades at the petal edges. - english rose - strong, long-lasting fragrant rose - scent description not available
– Strong, long‑lasting fragrance for lovers of scent
– Soft lemon‑yellow rosette blooms, very full
– Reliable repeat flowering with abundant second flush
– Dense, bushy shrub ideal for hedges or beds
– Proven hardy to RHS H7, suitable for cold areas
– Special feature: Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit winner, praised for dependable garden performance.
Personal taste – Harmony with the surroundings
eleanorROSE® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
21,10 £
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The Pilgrim – AUSwalker English Rose shrub (own-root)
Step into the gentle charm of The Pilgrim, an English shrub rose that brings harmony and soft, lemon-yellow colour to compact, rain-conscious front gardens where improved drainage handles Britain’s heavier clay and wet spells. Its rounded, bushy habit and dense, glossy foliage create a quietly structured backdrop for romantic, rosette blooms, while own-root resilience supports a long, dependable garden life with less fuss for you. This romantic, medium-height shrub offers versatility in a London terrace, along a low fence, or as a specimen in a large 40–50 litre container, settling steadily into its space. Expect strong, lasting fragrance and reliable repeat flowering as it moves from building roots in the first year to fuller shoots in the second and a mature display by the third, delivering long-term balance in a sustainable, family-friendly plot.
Vivid golden-yellow closed bud of The Pilgrim.
Freshly opened bloom of The Pilgrim with a rich mid-yellow centre and paler outer petals.
The Pilgrim shows a very full, rosette-shaped bloom with 40+ petals.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
City front garden with limited depth
The Pilgrim’s bushy 100–150 cm height and spread form a softly upright, contained shrub that fits a narrow, terraced-house frontage without overwhelming windows or paths, ideal for a low-maintenance welcome for the beginner.
Rainwater‑friendly mixed border
Suited to UK conditions where improved drainage helps manage wetter clay soils and repeated rain, this own-root shrub establishes steadily and copes well in borders that channel roof water through planting, supporting the practical gardener homeowner.
Romantic specimen by a path
Planted as a solitary focal point at about 180 cm spacing, its rounded framework and packed rosette flowers create a calm, classical look, ideal beside a frequently used path where the bloom form can be appreciated by the observer.
Large container on balcony or patio
In a 40–50 litre peat‑free container, The Pilgrim builds a stable root system that supports long-term structure and re-shooting if cut back, useful where space is tight but you still want a lasting shrub for the urbanite.
Low, informal flowering hedge
At around 100 cm planting distance, repeated flowering and medium self-cleaning create a softly defined boundary without rigid clipping, suiting front gardens where a gentle screen is preferred by the busy family.
Under a light, open pergola
Used as a shrub at the base of supports, it enjoys partial shade tolerance and fills the lower view with lemon-yellow blooms, bringing structure and scent under light framework for the relaxed entertainer.
Feature plant near seating
The strong, long-lasting scent is best enjoyed close-up, so placing it near a bench or small terrace lets evenings be framed by fragrance and soft colour, rewarding the time-poor but appreciative garden owner.
Mixed planting with drought-aware watering
With medium heat and drought tolerance, it suits gardens where watering is careful rather than constant, working well alongside other perennials in sustainable schemes managed by the thoughtful planner.
Styling ideas
Front-Door Welcome – Combine The Pilgrim with low Nepeta and lavender in gravel‑mulched beds for a soft, scented entrance that copes with reflected heat – perfect for terrace‑house residents.
Soft-Yellow Harmony – Pair with silvery sage and blue Carex flacca ‘Blue Zinger’ to emphasise the lemon tones and glossy foliage – ideal for design‑conscious small‑garden owners.
Clay-Border Calm – Use in a mixed border with Iris pumila and hardy geraniums above improved, well‑drained clay for reliable summer interest – suited to suburban family gardens.
Container Romance – Plant in a 50 litre half‑barrel with peat‑free compost and underplant with trailing thyme for a compact, fragrant feature – good for balcony and patio gardeners.
Pergola Corner – Place two or three shrubs at pergola posts with Lychnis alpina ‘Magenta’ for a soft yellow-and-rose contrast – appealing to those creating a cosy outdoor room.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
English Rose shrub from the English Rose Collection; registered as AUSwalker, marketed as The Pilgrim (Auswalker English Rose AUSwalker), approved ARS exhibition name The Pilgrim.
Origin and breeding
Bred by David C. H. Austin in the United Kingdom from ‘Graham Thomas’ × ‘Yellow Button’; introduced by David Austin Roses Ltd in 1991 as a modern shrub English Rose.
Awards and recognition
Holds the Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit; successful in numerous American Rose Society shows, including first prize Modern Shrub Rose between 1999 and 2001.
Growth and structural characteristics
Bushy, rounded modern shrub rose reaching about 100–150 cm in height and spread, with dense, mid‑green, glossy foliage and moderate prickles, forming a full, balanced garden presence.
Flower morphology
Very full, rosette-shaped blooms with more than 40 petals, medium-sized at roughly 4–7 cm, usually borne singly; remontant with a notably abundant second flush in suitable conditions.
Colour data and phenology
Soft lemon-yellow blooms, buds vivid golden yellow; centres mid-yellow, outer petals paler, fading towards cream-white at the edges as flowers age, giving a gentle, pastel progression on the plant.
Fragrance and aroma
Strong, long-lasting fragrance typical of English roses; precise scent notes not documented, but best appreciated at close range near paths, terraces or seating areas where air movement carries it.
Hip characteristics
Sparse hip set due to very double flowers; occasional small, spherical red hips about 8–12 mm diameter may form, but fruit display should be considered a minor and irregular garden feature.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Hardy to approximately –26 to –23 °C (RHS H7, USDA 5b, Swedish zone 4); resistant to powdery mildew, with medium susceptibility to black spot and rust, requiring occasional protective care.
Horticultural recommendations
Best for beds, specimens, hedging segments, pergola bases and cutting; tolerates partial shade, moderate care needs, regular watering in dry spells, and benefits from deadheading and pruning.
The Pilgrim (AUSwalker) offers romantic yellow blooms, a rounded, medium shrub form and dependable own-root longevity, making it a considerate choice for those planning a lasting, characterful garden feature.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
AUSWALKER – yellow English rose - Austin
Product Type:
eleanorROSE® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Competition and Show Awards:
Royal Horticultural Society – Award of Garden Merit; Numerous American Rose Society shows – first prize Modern Shrub Rose (1999–2001)
Pollinator Attraction:
Its strongly double flowers make it poorly attractive to pollinators, because flower form (simple, semi‑double or double) and reduced stamen accessibility in double blooms limit insects' access to pollen and nectar.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Very double; rosette blooms are not easily accessible, therefore not specifically pollinator-friendly.
Hip Comment:
Rose‑hip formation is expected to be sparse due to the double flowers; occasionally produced, 8–12 mm in diameter, spherical, red rose hips.
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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