Golden Celebration® David Austin® Climbing Rose
Radiating warmth, fragrance, and classic English rose beauty, Golden Celebration® is one of the most celebrated and spectacular roses introduced by David Austin®. Renowned for producing some of the largest blooms among English roses, this exceptional variety features magnificent, deeply cupped flowers in rich shades of golden yellow and warm sepia tones that seem to glow throughout the garden.
The generously sized blooms are carried on gracefully arching stems and release a wonderfully strong fragrance, blending classic tea rose notes with hints of fresh fruit. Flowering repeatedly from late spring through fall, Golden Celebration® provides months of color and scent while creating an elegant focal point wherever it is planted.
Its naturally relaxed, arching habit allows it to be grown as a substantial shrub or trained as a small climber on fences, trellises, pillars, and garden structures. Whether used as a standalone specimen or incorporated into mixed borders, Golden Celebration® brings unmatched richness, romance, and charm to the landscape.
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Key Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Rose Type | English Shrub Rose / Small Climber |
| Breeder | David Austin® |
| Variety | Rosa 'AUSgold' |
| Flower Color | Rich Golden Yellow to Warm Sepia Yellow |
| Bloom Form | Deeply Cupped, Large Rosette |
| Petal Count | 70+ Petals |
| Fragrance | Strong Tea Fragrance with Fruity Notes |
| Flowering Habit | Repeat Blooming |
| Vase Life | 4–6 Days |
| Growth Habit | Graceful, Arching Shrub or Small Climber |
| Disease Resistance | Good; Benefits from Good Airflow and Consistent Moisture |
Growing Information
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Light Needs | Full Sun |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | 5–9 |
| Mature Height | Up to 8 ft |
| Mature Width | 3–4 ft |
| Plant Spacing | 4–6 ft Apart |
Ideal Uses
- Arches & Trellises
- Pillars & Garden Structures
- Mixed Borders
- Cottage Gardens
- Fragrant Garden Displays
- Specimen Plantings
- Cutting Gardens
Recommended Growing Regions
- Northeast
- Mid-Atlantic
- Southeast
- Southwest
- West Coast
- Intermountain West
- Pacific Northwest
Awards & Recognition
- RHS Award of Garden Merit
Why You'll Love Golden Celebration®
- Produces some of the largest blooms of any English rose
- Rich golden-yellow flowers create a glowing garden display
- Strong tea fragrance enhanced with fruity notes
- Repeat flowering throughout the growing season
- Can be grown as a shrub or trained as a small climber
- Elegant arching growth habit adds movement and texture
- Award-winning variety recognized for outstanding garden performance
- Bred by the world-renowned David Austin® Roses
Transform your garden with the radiant beauty of Golden Celebration®, a David Austin® rose prized for its enormous golden blooms, intoxicating fragrance, and versatile growth habit. Whether climbing a trellis or anchoring a border, this award-winning variety delivers season-long color, fragrance, and unforgettable charm.