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Kezia Reynolds

5 drought-tolerant roses to add to your garden for an English cottage garden that can withstand summer heatwaves

Pink roses growing behind lavender plants.

Who doesn’t love a rose garden? These beautifully romantic blooms have long been a staple plant in gardens across the UK, but as hotter summers are expected to become more normal, it’s time to be a little more savvy about what we plant. This is why gardening experts have revealed five types of roses that are better suited to warmer climates.

While pro gardeners are opting for drought-tolerant plants and climate-resistant planting schemes, you don’t have to say goodbye to planting roses. If this summer has left your garden looking a bit frazzled, you’d benefit from opting for drought-tolerant options for next year.

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