{"product_id":"william-shakespeare-2000","title":"William Shakespeare 2000","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.fr-pdp a {\ncolor: #7A1E2C;\ntext-decoration: none;\n}\n.fr-pdp a:hover {\ntext-decoration: underline;\ntext-decoration-thickness: 1px;\ntext-underline-offset: 3px;\n}\n.fr-pdp-section {\nmargin: 0 0 18px 0;\n}\n.fr-pdp-note {\ncolor: #555555;\n}\n.fr-pdp details {\nmargin: 0;\npadding: 14px 0;\nborder-top: 1px solid #E6E0DA;\n}\n.fr-pdp details:last-of-type {\nborder-bottom: none;\n}\n.fr-pdp summary {\ncursor: pointer;\ncolor: #7A1E2C;\nlist-style: none;\n}\n.fr-pdp summary::-webkit-details-marker {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n.fr-pdp details[open] summary {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n.fr-pdp-summary-row {\ndisplay: inline-flex;\nalign-items: center;\ngap: 6px;\ncolor: #7A1E2C;\n}\n.fr-pdp-content {\nmargin-top: 14px;\n}\n.fr-pdp-specs p {\nmargin: 0 0 8px 0;\n}\n.fr-pdp-close {\ndisplay: inline-block;\nmargin-top: 14px;\ncolor: #7A1E2C;\ntext-decoration: none;\ncursor: pointer;\n}\n.fr-pdp-close:hover {\ntext-decoration: underline;\ntext-decoration-thickness: 1px;\ntext-underline-offset: 3px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"fr-pdp\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"fr-pdp-section\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nBringing a sense of quiet luxury and timeless romance to the garden, William Shakespeare 2000® is a David Austin English rose with velvety crimson blooms that mature into rich purple tones, a strong old rose fragrance and repeat flowering throughout the season. Its exceptional colour, perfume and classic flower form make it a standout choice for borders, fragrance gardens and cut flower arrangements.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"fr-pdp-note\"\u003e\nChoose it if you want one of David Austin's most admired red roses—a variety that combines dramatic colour, unforgettable fragrance and the enduring charm of an English garden classic.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fr-pdp-summary-row\"\u003eFull description →\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"fr-pdp-content\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nSome roses are beautiful. William Shakespeare 2000® feels like a classic.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nNamed after one of the greatest storytellers in history, this remarkable David Austin rose brings the same sense of depth, character and timeless appeal to the garden. It is a variety that never relies on fashion or novelty. Instead, it captivates through richness, elegance and an atmosphere that grows stronger with every flowering season.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nIts flowers open in deep velvety crimson, creating an immediate impression of drama and sophistication. As the blooms mature, the colour gradually softens into rich shades of purple, adding another layer of beauty and making the plant feel constantly evolving throughout the flowering cycle.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nLike many of David Austin's finest creations, William Shakespeare 2000® offers far more than colour alone. Its strong old rose fragrance is rich, classic and deeply satisfying, bringing the kind of perfume many gardeners associate with traditional English rose gardens. It is a fragrance that invites you to slow down, linger a little longer and enjoy the garden you've created.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe blooms are produced in generous clusters and return repeatedly throughout the season, ensuring that the display is not limited to a single moment of beauty. At Famous Roses, we often recommend William Shakespeare 2000® to gardeners looking for a rose with presence—one that naturally becomes a focal point without demanding attention.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nWith sturdy foliage and a mature height of approximately 90–120 cm, William Shakespeare 2000® is equally at home in mixed borders, dedicated rose gardens and feature plantings. It also performs beautifully as a cut flower, allowing its colour and fragrance to be enjoyed indoors as well as outside.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nSome roses tell a story through their name. William Shakespeare 2000® continues that story every season through its flowers, fragrance and enduring beauty.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"fr-pdp-close\" onclick=\"this.closest('details').removeAttribute('open');\"\u003eShow less →\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fr-pdp-summary-row\"\u003eCharacteristics →\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"fr-pdp-content fr-pdp-specs\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e English rose\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreator:\u003c\/strong\u003e David Austin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e velvety crimson maturing to rich purple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower:\u003c\/strong\u003e full, classic English rose blooms borne in clusters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e strong old rose fragrance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e repeat flowering throughout the season\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight at maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90–120 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth at maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 90 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e bushy, upright shrub\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e healthy, sturdy foliage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e borders, rose gardens, feature planting, fragrance gardens and cut flowers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut flower performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 5 days in a vase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery format:\u003c\/strong\u003e potted rose or bare-root rose, depending on season and availability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"fr-pdp-close\" onclick=\"this.closest('details').removeAttribute('open');\"\u003eShow less →\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fr-pdp-summary-row\"\u003eFrequently asked questions →\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"fr-pdp-content\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently asked questions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs William Shakespeare 2000® fragrant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. It is highly valued for its strong old rose fragrance, one of the characteristics that makes this variety such a rewarding addition to fragrance-focused gardens and seating areas.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes William Shakespeare 2000® repeat flower?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. It flowers repeatedly throughout the season, producing several flushes of blooms rather than a single display. This allows you to enjoy its colour and fragrance for months, making it a particularly satisfying garden investment.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes William Shakespeare 2000® different from other red roses?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIts unique colour transformation sets it apart. The blooms open in rich crimson and gradually mature into deep purple shades, creating a constantly changing display that adds depth and sophistication to the garden.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan William Shakespeare 2000® be used as a cut flower?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. Its richly coloured blooms and strong fragrance make it an excellent choice for indoor arrangements, allowing you to enjoy its beauty both in the garden and inside the home.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the rose look like on delivery?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe appearance of the rose depends on the delivery format, the month and the natural stage of growth. Even if the plant appears modest on arrival, it has been carefully grown to develop into the mature rose described on this page. For clear explanations, see \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/pages\/what-roses-look-like-on-delivery\"\u003eWhat roses look like on delivery →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should I do after planting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWater deeply after planting and keep the soil lightly moist during the first weeks. A strong start helps William Shakespeare 2000® establish quickly and rewards you with healthier growth, stronger flowering and better garden performance for years to come. For step-by-step guidance, see \u003ca href=\"\/en-de\/pages\/how-to-plant-roses\"\u003ethe planting guide →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"fr-pdp-close\" onclick=\"this.closest('details').removeAttribute('open');\"\u003eShow less →\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"English floribunda rose bred by David Austin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34841918111877,"sku":"Garden Rose","price":24.3,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0366\/5703\/7445\/files\/william-shakespeare-2000-english-floribunda-rose-bred-by-david-austin-407908.jpg?v=1720523486","url":"https:\/\/en.famousroses.eu\/en-de\/products\/william-shakespeare-2000","provider":"Famous Roses World","version":"1.0","type":"link"}