David Austin: Fond farewell to a master of his craft

David Austin was known the world over for breeding unique and beautiful roses in a career that spanned more than 75 years.

He created more than 200 English Roses during his lifetime, pioneering new hybrid breeds and transforming the entire industry.

The 92-year-old died peacefully surrounded by his family at his home in Albrighton on Tuesday.

Mr Austin started breeding roses in the 1950s and remained passionate about the craft throughout his life.

From the Queen to Dame Judi Dench, celebrities from around the world sung the praises of his blooms, and each year his latest creations bore the names of some of those celebrities.

With tributes coming in from near and far, he was described as “a gracious, warm and charming man” and a “walking encyclopaedia on all things gardens” by Wrekin MP Mark Pritchard.

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