St. Patrick Rose
Best heat-tolerant shrub for gardeners seeking vibrant, long-lasting floral displays.
Introducing the St. Patrick™ Rose, a unique deciduous shrub celebrated for its striking clear yellow blooms that gracefully mature to a soft green hue. This multi-stemmed rose bush offers a continuous display of perfectly formed, double flowers from early summer through fall. Its attractive foliage emerges with a red tint in spring, maturing to dark green, and turning yellow in autumn. Ideal for landscape applications like accents, mass plantings, or screening, this variety is known for its heat and humidity tolerance and makes an excellent cut flower.
$34.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
866
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#866 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-11%
Below average
Mature Height
5
/ feet
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a rare, eye-catching color palette
- Residents in hot climates wanting fade-resistant blooms
- Floral enthusiasts who enjoy arranging fresh-cut bouquets
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in cool, damp regions prone to petal balling
- Low-maintenance gardeners wanting disease-resistant shrub varieties
- Fragrance lovers prioritizing strong, aromatic garden scents
Performance breakdown
Bloom Aesthetics
The unique color-shifting yellow to green petals offer unmatched visual interest.
Climate Resilience
Robust heat and humidity tolerance ensures survival in challenging southern climates.
Growth Velocity
Fast-growing habit fills landscape gaps quickly for an established garden look.
Pollinator Appeal
Consistent flowering cycles provide a reliable nectar source for local bees.
Floral Utility
Sturdy stems and long-lasting blooms make these perfect for indoor arrangements.
Maintenance Ease
Requires consistent care and specific soil conditions to reach full potential.
Key Specs
Mature Height
5 feet
Mature Width
3 feet
Light Needs
Full Sun
Foliage Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Early Summer to Early Fall
Growth Rate
Fast
Water Needs
Moderate
Soil Type Preference
Well-Drained, Loamy, Acidic
Features
- Unique yellow blooms that age to green
- Abundant, perfectly formed double flowers
- Tolerates heat and humidity well
- Attractive foliage with spring red tones
- Excellent for cutting and landscape use
- Fast growth rate
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Container friendly
What customers say
Customers consistently celebrate the St. Patrick Rose for its exceptional, true yellow color that holds up well in heat, a major design win. Reviewers frequently highlight the plant's impressive quality, noting its vigorous growth and strong resistance to common rose diseases. This cultivar arrives healthy and establishes quickly, offering reliable performance year after year. Consumers feel this rose delivers outstanding aesthetic appeal and durability, making it a garden favorite.
Know before you buy
The blooms start as a vibrant, clear yellow and gradually transition to a soft, subtle green as they mature. This unique color shift provides a dynamic look throughout the blooming season.
Yes, the St. Patrick Rose is container-friendly. Ensure you use a large pot with excellent drainage and high-quality, well-draining soil to accommodate its mature size of 5 feet tall and 3 feet wide.
This rose thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 7 through 10. It is specifically noted for its high tolerance to heat and humidity, making it a reliable choice for warmer climates.
No, the St. Patrick Rose is not fragrant. While it is prized for its striking color and form, it does not produce a noticeable scent.
No, this variety is not deer resistant. If you live in an area with high deer activity, you may need to use protective fencing or deterrents to keep the plant safe.
This rose requires full sun to perform at its best. Aim for at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily to ensure the most abundant flowering and healthy growth.
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