Easy Does It Rose
Best low-maintenance shrub for gardeners seeking fragrant, colorful landscape accents.
The Easy Does It Rose is a stunning, multi-stemmed deciduous shrub celebrated for its unique orangey-apricot blooms with ruffled, scalloped petals and a lovely fragrance. Its glossy foliage emerges a striking dark red, providing a beautiful contrast. This rounded, bushy shrub grows quickly and is ideal for accent planting, massing, or screening, reaching up to 5 feet tall. It thrives in full sun, attracts beneficial bees, and offers low-maintenance beauty, making it a delightful addition to any garden landscape.
$34.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
866
/ 2688
#866 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-11%
Below average
Mature Height
5
/ feet
Who it's for
- Home gardeners wanting low-maintenance, healthy plants
- Landscape designers seeking vibrant, multi-tonal seasonal color
- Urban gardeners with limited space for containers or borders
Who should skip it
- Gardeners prioritizing strong, traditional floral scents
- Floral enthusiasts preferring large, single-stem exhibition blooms
- Residents in regions with extreme, scorching summer heat
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Ruffled apricot blooms and dark red foliage create a striking contrast.
Maintenance Ease
Thrives with minimal intervention once established in the right conditions.
Growth Velocity
Rapid development provides quick coverage for new garden landscapes.
Pollinator Appeal
Fragrant blooms act as a reliable magnet for beneficial garden bees.
Environmental Adaptability
Robust enough to handle urban pollution while maintaining structural integrity.
Versatility
Upright habit works perfectly for containers, accents, or massed screening.
Key Specs
Mature Height
5 feet
Mature Width
4 feet
Light Needs
Full Sun
Bloom Time
Late Spring to Early Fall
Growth Rate
Fast
Hardiness Zone
5b
Foliage
Glossy oval compound leaves
Water Needs
Average to Moist
Features
- Unique orangey-apricot blooms with ruffled petals
- Pleasant fragrance enhances garden appeal
- Attracts beneficial bees to the landscape
- Striking dark red new foliage
- Excellent for cutting arrangements
- Tolerant of urban pollution
- Upright habit suitable for various uses
- Fast growth rate for quick impact
What customers say
Consumers consistently praise the Easy Does It Rose for its exceptional reliability and low maintenance requirements. Gardeners, regardless of experience level, find this variety thrives easily, delivering a profusion of vibrant, ruffled apricot blooms throughout the season. The quality of the plant stock from Armstrong Garden Centers ensures a healthy start, making it a highly valued addition to any landscape. This rose truly lives up to its name, offering stunning visual impact without demanding constant attention.
Know before you buy
This rose requires full sun, which means at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily. Planting it in a location with less light may result in fewer blooms and a weaker, leggy growth habit.
Yes, it is container-friendly. Ensure you use a large pot with excellent drainage and high-quality potting soil to accommodate its mature size of 5 feet tall and 4 feet wide.
It thrives in well-drained soil. If your garden has heavy clay or soil that holds water for long periods, amend it with organic matter to improve drainage and prevent root issues.
The Easy Does It Rose prefers average to moist soil conditions. During the first growing season, keep the soil consistently moist to help establish the root system, then water regularly to maintain soil moisture during dry spells.
This variety is hardy in USDA zones 5 through 10. It is a versatile shrub that can handle a wide range of temperatures, including urban environments where pollution might be a factor.
This variety is known for its fast growth rate. With proper care and optimal sunlight, you can expect it to reach its mature height of 5 feet relatively quickly, providing a rapid impact in your landscape.
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