Standard roses are roses grafted onto a tall stem, giving them a “ball on a stick” shape. They are easier to maintain as they are elevated above the ground, making pruning and care much easier! Plus they create a neat and elegant look, suiting Formal, Hampton and Cottage gardens. As the foliage is high off the ground it grants the opportunity to plant more low growing flowering plants and box hedging underneath.

☆ Create a 2 -story layered garden effect with your roses at the top and other plants at the bottom.
☆ Easy to weed at the bottom of the standard roses, without getting pricked by thorns.
☆ Very appealing effect by planting long rows of the same variety.
☆ Available in 60cm (2ft), 90cm (3ft) and 120cm (4ft) height grafts, depending on your requirements.**
☆ Easy to trim, maintain and smell due to their height.
☆ Very hardy and easy to grow
☆ Some delightfully fragrant varieties are available.

**Height of the standard rose is measured by the graft, which is from the base of the stem where it begins to root, to the top of the graft (where the branches start) and does not include the height of the branches & foliage on top.

Not sure which roses to choose? Check out our Guide to Selecting Roses.