Celebrity gardener 'honoured' as Shropshire's David Austin Roses names new bloom after him

A celebrity gardener has said he is "honoured" to have a new rose named after him by a leading Shropshire grower.

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Danny Clarke 'The Black Gardener' with David Austin of David Austin Roses

Albrighton's David Austin Roses launched its new rose at the prestigious RHS Chelsea Flower Show on Monday.

Called Dannahue, the new bloom is named after Danny Clarke, famous as TV's The Black Gardener.

Described as ideal for city living, the rose is noted for its "beauty, excellent health, and fragrance", says David Austin Roses.

The Dannahue