The Lady's Blush
Best repeat-blooming shrub for gardeners seeking versatile, fragrant container or border plants.
Introducing 'The Lady's Blush,' an exquisite English Shrub Rose from David Austin Roses. This exceptionally free-flowering variety boasts beautiful, rounded, semi-double cups in a pure mid-pink, highlighted by a creamy white eye and occasional white stripe. Prominent golden yellow stamens with a distinctive red ring add unique detail. It forms an attractive, bushy plant, ideal for mixed borders or containers. Named to honor The Lady magazine's 125th anniversary, this repeat-flowering rose offers a delightful light Musk fragrance and is backed by a 5-year growth guarantee.
$40.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1597
/ 2598
#1597 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+2%
Above average
Colour
Mid pink with creamy white eye
/ Mid pink with creamy white eye
Who it's for
- Gardeners prioritizing fragrant blooms for cut flower arrangements
- Aesthetes seeking classic, symmetrical rose forms for their garden
- Homeowners wanting continuous color throughout the entire growing season
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in humid climates avoiding high-maintenance disease control
- Residents in regions with frequent heavy rain or intense heat
- Landscapers designing for areas with harsh, direct midday sun
Performance breakdown
Bloom Frequency
Exceptional repeat-flowering ensures a vibrant garden throughout the entire growing season.
Versatility
Compact habit adapts perfectly to both garden borders and patio containers.
Fragrance Intensity
Subtle musk notes provide a pleasant, understated scent rather than overwhelming perfume.
Hardiness Range
Robust performance across diverse climates from zones five through ten.
Visual Impact
Striking pink petals and golden stamens create a sophisticated, layered aesthetic.
Growth Reliability
Five-year guarantee provides significant peace of mind for novice gardeners.
Key Specs
Colour
Mid pink with creamy white eye
Fragrance
Light, Musk
Bloom Size
Medium (2-3.5")
Height
5.0 feet
Width
3.5 feet
Petal Count
16 petals
Breeder
David Austin (Introduced 2010)
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zones 5-10
Features
- Extremely free-flowering repeat bloomer
- Delightful light Musk fragrance
- Attractive, rounded, bushy plant shape
- Suitable for mixed borders and containers
- Thrives in all soil types
- Guaranteed to grow or receive a free replacement
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly cherish 'The Lady's Blush' for its exceptional aesthetic and intoxicating fragrance. The sophisticated color transition from apricot bud to soft blush pink creates classic garden romance. Its powerful, complex scent featuring tea and myrrh notes is a major highlight, filling the air beautifully. Gardeners value its reliable repeat flowering throughout the season, confirming its vigor. The primary constructive feedback concerns stem strength; some users note the large blooms can droop after rain. Additionally, establishment in the first year requires patience compared to other types. Despite these minor structural nuances, the rose's sheer beauty and powerful scent make it a highly recommended and cherished David Austin variety.
Know before you buy
Yes, this variety is well-suited for containers. Its bushy, mounding habit makes it an excellent choice for pots, provided you use a high-quality, well-draining potting mix and a container large enough to accommodate its eventual 3.5-foot width.
While it is versatile enough to handle partial shade, you will achieve the best results and the most prolific flowering in a spot that receives full sun or at least partial sun throughout the day.
Yes, 'The Lady's Blush' is an exceptionally free-flowering variety. You can expect consistent blooms from spring through summer and into the fall, provided the plant is kept healthy and well-watered.
This rose is quite adaptable and thrives in all soil types, as long as the soil is well-drained. Avoid planting in areas where water tends to pool, as roses generally dislike 'wet feet.'
The fragrance is described as a light Musk. It is subtle and pleasant, providing a delicate scent that enhances the garden without being overpowering.
The guarantee ensures that if your rose fails to grow as expected, you are eligible for a free replacement. It is a commitment to the plant's health and vitality, provided it is planted and cared for according to standard rose-growing practices.
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