Eglantyne
Best fragrant shrub for gardeners seeking classic, repeat-blooming pink flowers.
Eglantyne is a captivating English Shrub Rose from David Austin Roses, celebrated for its large, saucer-shaped blooms in a delicate soft pink with a charming central button eye. This repeat-flowering variety boasts a strong, classic Old Rose fragrance and a robust, upright growth habit, contributing to a beautifully balanced garden presence. Named in honor of Eglantyne Jebb, the founder of Save the Children, this rose embodies enduring beauty and purpose. It comes with a 5-year guarantee, assuring confidence in its establishment and lasting appeal.
$40.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
858
/ 2598
#858 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+2%
Above average
Model Number
Ausmak
/ Ausmak
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking classic, romantic floral aesthetics
- Fragrance lovers prioritizing strong, complex floral scents
- Landscape enthusiasts wanting continuous color throughout the season
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in humid regions avoiding high-maintenance care
- People living in climates with extreme weather fluctuations
- Gardeners who prefer low-maintenance, thornless shrub varieties
Performance breakdown
Fragrance Intensity
Classic Old Rose scent provides a powerful, nostalgic sensory experience.
Bloom Complexity
The 140-petal count creates a dense, sophisticated saucer-shaped aesthetic.
Repeat Flowering
Reliable reblooming ensures consistent color throughout the summer season.
Growth Habit
Upright, bushy structure maintains a tidy and balanced garden silhouette.
Hardiness Range
Exceptional versatility across USDA zones five through eleven.
Establishment Confidence
The five-year guarantee offers significant peace of mind for gardeners.
Key Specs
Model Number
Ausmak
Family
English Shrub Rose
Year of Introduction
1994
Breeder
David Austin
Bloom Size
Large (3.5-5 inches)
Petal Count
140 petals
Mature Size
Height up to 5ft x Width up to 4ft
USDA Hardiness Zones
5-11
Features
- Repeat flowering for continuous blooms
- Strong, classic Old Rose fragrance
- Large, exquisitely formed soft pink blooms
- Bushy and upright growth habit
- Ideal for mixed or rose borders
- Backed by a 5-year guarantee
- Named after Eglantyne Jebb
What customers say
Eglantyne remains a beloved classic, consistently praised for its exquisite clear pink coloring and powerful Old Rose fragrance, which reviewers call intoxicating. Its prolific, reliable repeat blooming provides continuous visual appeal across the season. Gardeners appreciate its graceful, upright growth, making it versatile for various placements. While generally healthy, some note moderate susceptibility to black spot in high humidity, requiring care. Additionally, intense weather can cause fully open blooms to shatter quickly. Despite these minor horticultural considerations, the sheer beauty, reliable performance, and unparalleled scent make Eglantyne highly recommended, with customers finding the maintenance a worthwhile investment for the sensory rewards.
Know before you buy
Eglantyne is a repeat-flowering variety, meaning it will produce multiple flushes of blooms from early summer until the first frost, provided it is well-maintained.
This variety is quite versatile and hardy, suitable for USDA zones 5 through 11. It performs best when planted in a location that receives full sun and has well-drained soil.
When fully mature, you should expect the plant to reach approximately 5 feet in height and 4 feet in width. Its upright, bushy habit makes it a great candidate for mixed borders where it won't crowd neighboring plants.
Eglantyne is highly regarded for its strong, classic Old Rose fragrance. It offers a traditional, heady scent that is characteristic of the finest English Shrub Roses.
The 5-year guarantee provides assurance that the plant will establish successfully in your garden. It reflects the breeder's confidence in the health and long-term viability of the variety.
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