Birthday Girl

Birthday Girl Rose

Top Planting Tips

• Plant in a sunny, sheltered spot with plenty of daylight
• Use a good compost or manure when planting
• Feed your roses to help them bloom
• Give them enough space to grow

Flower Details

Colour: Creamy yellow base with soft pink-edged petals, giving a two-tone effect
Fragrance: Light, sweet fragrance
Bloom Shape: Semi-double, open blooms with visible stamens
Blooming Habit: Repeat-flowering from late spring to autumn
Size of Blooms: Medium (approximately 7–9 cm across)

Plant Characteristics

Height: ~60–90 cm (2–3 ft)
Spread: ~60–90 cm (2–3 ft)
Growth Habit: Compact, bushy, and rounded
Foliage: Glossy light green leaves, good density

Growing Conditions

Climate Suitability: Well-suited to the UK’s temperate climate
Position: Full sun preferred, but tolerates partial sun (at least 4–6 hrs/day)
Soil:

• Fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil

• Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH

Watering:

• Water regularly, especially during dry spells

• Avoid overhead watering to reduce the risk of fungal disease

Care & Maintenance

Pruning:

• Prune in early spring (around late February–early March in the UK)

• Remove dead, damaged, or crossing stems

Feeding:

• Feed with a balanced rose fertiliser in early spring

• Follow up with a high-potash feed after the first flush of flowers

Mulching:

• Mulch in spring to conserve moisture and suppress weeds

• Use well-rotted manure or compost

Pest & Disease Resistance

• Good resistance to black spot and mildew

• Monitor for aphids in early summer

• Maintain good air circulation and avoid waterlogging

Garden Use

• Ideal for rose beds, low borders, or containers

• Adds colour and charm to mixed planting schemes

• Combines well with companion plants such as lavender and geraniums

If you're thinking of purchasing Birthday Girl Rose then look no further than Thompson's Garden Centre. Order online or visit us at your local branch of Thompson's for more advice.