Rosa Evelyn Shrub Rose
Best fragrant, repeat-blooming choice for gardeners seeking elegant cut flowers.
The Evelyn® Shrub Rose is a captivating David Austin® English rose, renowned for its exquisite fragrance that blends notes of old rose with hints of peach and apricot. It produces abundant, exceptionally full blooms, each boasting around 100 petals in a soft apricot shade, occasionally kissed with pink. This repeat-blooming variety graces the garden from late spring through fall, offering continuous beauty. Its spreading habit and mature size make it a versatile choice for beds, borders, or as a stunning cut flower. This enchanting rose is a delightful addition to any garden setting.
$49.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
34
/ 2688
#34 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+27%
Above average
SKU
44309
Who it's for
- Fragrance lovers seeking a complex, intense garden scent
- Floral designers wanting romantic, high-quality blooms for indoor arrangements
- Gardeners desiring a consistent, season-long display of color
Who should skip it
- Gardeners preferring low-maintenance, self-supporting shrub structures
- People who dislike heavy blooms that droop toward the ground
- Beginners living in humid climates prone to fungal issues
Performance breakdown
Fragrance Intensity
Complex notes of old rose and stone fruit create a standout scent.
Bloom Quality
Exceptionally full petals offer a luxurious, high-density floral display.
Repeat Blooming
Consistent flowering cycles ensure color from late spring through autumn.
Hardiness Range
Broad climate adaptability makes this variety reliable across most growing zones.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and long-lasting blooms perform beautifully in indoor arrangements.
Garden Versatility
Spreading habit fits seamlessly into borders or as a focal shrub.
Key Specs
SKU
44309
Genus
Rosa
Species
hybrida
Variety
'AUSsaucer'
Item Form
Bareroot Grafted
Bloom Color
Apricot, Pink
Foliage Color
Dark Green
Hardiness Zones
5 - 11
Features
- Intense, fruity, and floral fragrance
- Large, double blooms with many petals
- Soft apricot and pink color palette
- Blooms prolifically throughout the season
- Excellent garden performance
- Ideal for cutting and arrangements
- Repeat blooming for extended beauty
- Attracts pollinators
What customers say
Gardeners consistently celebrate the exceptional quality and intoxicating fragrance of the Rosa Evelyn. Its complex, fruity scent, often described as apricot and peach, is the defining feature that drives high satisfaction. Customers note the reliable performance, citing vigorous growth and the stunning, deeply cupped bloom form as key differentiators. While this is a premium purchase, consumers overwhelmingly feel the unique aesthetic and powerful aroma deliver significant value, establishing it as a beloved centerpiece in the landscape.
Know before you buy
This variety is a repeat bloomer, meaning it will produce flowers consistently from late spring through fall rather than just once in the spring.
To perform its best, the Evelyn rose requires a location with full sun and well-drained soil. It is hardy in zones 5 through 11, making it quite adaptable to various climates.
At maturity, this shrub reaches approximately 5 feet in height and 3 feet in width. Its spreading habit makes it well-suited for garden borders or as a standalone feature in a bed.
Yes, the large, full blooms and intense fragrance make them an excellent choice for cut flower arrangements. Their high petal count provides a lush, professional look in a vase.
The fragrance is notably intense and complex. It features a classic old rose base layered with distinct fruity notes of peach and apricot.
The Evelyn rose has moderate watering needs. Ensure the soil remains consistently moist but well-drained, especially during the peak of summer to support its prolific blooming cycle.
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