Imogen Bush
Best repeat-blooming shrub for gardeners seeking fragrant, low-maintenance privacy hedges.
Imogen is a delightful English Shrub Rose from David Austin, featuring delicately frilled petals with pale edges around a classic button eye. Her medium-sized, double blossoms are produced in clusters of 3-6 and emit a gentle, apple-scented fragrance. As Imogen establishes, she becomes increasingly floriferous, and her color fades beautifully with age, offering a variety of hues. This repeat-blooming rose is ideal for hedges or groupings, growing to approximately 5 feet tall and 3 feet wide. It is recommended for hardiness zones 5-11.
$67.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1597
/ 2598
#1597 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+70%
Above average
Type
English Shrub Rose
/ English Shrub Rose
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking sophisticated aesthetics and refined floral beauty
- Sensory enthusiasts wanting a classic, fragrant garden atmosphere
- Busy growers needing low-maintenance, resilient plant varieties
Who should skip it
- Hands-off gardeners preferring low-maintenance landscape plants
- Families with small children or pets in high-traffic areas
- Budget-conscious shoppers looking for mass-market plant pricing
Performance breakdown
Bloom Consistency
Repeat-blooming habit ensures a reliable display throughout the growing season.
Hardiness Range
Exceptional adaptability across zones 5 through 11 for diverse climates.
Fragrance Intensity
Subtle apple notes provide a pleasant but non-overpowering garden scent.
Landscape Versatility
Compact size makes it perfect for both containers and garden hedges.
Shade Tolerance
Performs reliably even in areas with limited direct sunlight exposure.
Aesthetic Evolution
Petals age gracefully, offering a shifting palette of beautiful hues.
Key Specs
Type
English Shrub Rose
Color
Lemon Yellow
Fragrance
Moderately Fragrant
Hardiness Zone
5 - 11
Size
5' x 3'
Bloom Type
Double
Year
2016
Breeder Code
AUStritch
Features
- Container Friendly
- Partial Shade tolerant
- Repeat Blooming
- Apple-scented fragrance
- Fades beautifully as it ages
- Ideal for hedges or groupings
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Imogen Rose Bush for its exceptional quality and stunning beauty. Reviewers frequently highlight the plant's robust health upon arrival and its vigorous growth, quickly establishing itself in gardens. The delicate, fragrant blooms are a particular delight, often exceeding expectations in both color and form. Many express satisfaction with the overall aesthetic contribution to their landscape, considering it a truly rewarding addition. The consistent performance and visual appeal underscore a strong sense of value for money.
Know before you buy
The Imogen shrub grows to approximately 5 feet tall and 3 feet wide. You should space them accordingly if you are planting them in a hedge or grouping to ensure proper airflow.
Yes, Imogen is container-friendly. Ensure you use a large pot with high-quality potting soil and adequate drainage to support its growth habit.
Yes, Imogen is a repeat-blooming variety. As the plant becomes more established in your garden, it will produce more flowers throughout the growing season.
While roses generally prefer full sun, Imogen is tolerant of partial shade. This makes it a versatile choice for garden spots that do not receive direct sunlight all day.
This rose features a gentle, apple-scented fragrance. It is classified as moderately fragrant, providing a pleasant, subtle aroma rather than an overpowering perfume.
Imogen starts as a lemon yellow and fades beautifully as the petals mature. This aging process creates a lovely, multi-tonal effect on the shrub as new and old blooms coexist.
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