Harper Beckham wanted to do something special for her father, David Beckham's, 50th birthday, and began searching for a beautiful, enduring way to mark the occasion. Naturally, she turned to one of his favorite hobbies: gardening.
The 14-year-old called the famed rose breeder David JC Austin to choose a flower to name after her dad, landing on a pinkish-white starburst-style flower with touches of yellow. Thus, the previously unknown flower (breeding number Ausa34b16) became the new Sir David Beckham Rose. His novel rose variety is on display as part of David Austin® Roses' immersive exhibit at the 2026 RHS Chelsea Flower Show in London.
