Sir David Beckham planted a royal rose at his £12million country estate, a gesture that may have contributed to the seeds of his knighthood. The former England captain, 50, honored the Prince and Princess of Wales by planting a £23 shrub called Rosa William and Catherine, a white rose created by renowned horticulturist David Austin in 2011 to celebrate the royal couple’s wedding. The rose now blooms in the Cotswolds garden, with a plant marker reading: “Rosa. William and Catherine.”
In June, Beckham was awarded a knighthood in the King’s Birthday Honours List for his contributions to sport and charity. During his wife Victoria’s Netflix documentary, which premiered on Thursday, David proudly gave a tour of the flower bed, showcasing the beautiful tribute to William and Catherine.
Victoria, 51, praised David’s gardening skills, saying, “It’s amazing what you’ve built here.” Beckham has also become known for his interest in nature, including his beekeeping hobby. In May, he made his debut at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, where he met King Charles. Last year, Beckham and the King bonded over a jar of homemade honey, and Charles invited David to Highgrove to learn more about The King’s Foundation, which was established in 1986. The two share a love of the countryside, and the King has expressed admiration for Beckham’s growing connection to nature.
This heartfelt tribute in his garden to the Prince and Princess of Wales is just one example of how Beckham’s interests and charitable contributions have helped him cultivate a lasting relationship with the royal family.
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