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In 2020 during imposed restrictions it was noted that the garden was looking a little neglected. On closer inspection it could be seen that the main rose border was suffering as a result of time-restricted care. Adrian Miles approached Fife Council with the backing of local Councillors to see if we could renovate the roses,…

Portland Roses Historically important as they were the first shrub roses to offer a guarantee of repeat flowering. Many of the characteristics come from the Damask roses they evolved from so they are all scented. Colours range from white to almost red. Sadly they were bred for this purpose with little attention to the heal…