Sweet Juliet
Best fragrant shrub for gardeners seeking vibrant, repeat-blooming apricot flowers.
Introducing the Sweet Juliet rose, a stunning English Shrub Rose from David Austin Roses. This variety showcases attractive, medium-sized rosettes in a beautiful glowing apricot shade. It emits a strong, fresh Tea Rose fragrance with delightful lemon undertones. The Sweet Juliet boasts a robust, upright growth habit, ensuring prolific repeat flowering throughout the season. It thrives in full sunlight and is adaptable to various soil types, making it an ideal choice for mixed borders and a fragrant addition to any garden.
$40.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1597
/ 2598
#1597 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+2%
Above average
Mature Height
4
/ ft
Who it's for
- Floral enthusiasts who enjoy fragrant indoor arrangements
- Homeowners wanting continuous color throughout the season
- Gardeners seeking classic English rose aesthetics
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in humid climates wanting low-maintenance plants
- People who dislike handling sharp, thorny stems
- Gardeners in hot climates desiring long-lasting color intensity
Performance breakdown
Fragrance Intensity
Strong Tea Rose notes with lemon undertones create a powerful sensory experience.
Bloom Consistency
Repeat flowering ensures a reliable display of color throughout the entire season.
Growth Habit
Upright, robust structure makes it perfect for structured mixed garden borders.
Environmental Adaptability
Thrives across a wide range of USDA zones from five to eleven.
Visual Appeal
Neatly formed rosettes in glowing apricot offer a sophisticated aesthetic impact.
Longevity Assurance
Five-year guarantee provides significant peace of mind for long-term garden planning.
Key Specs
Mature Height
4ft
Mature Width
3ft
Soil Type
Well-Drained
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Plant Form
Upright
USDA Hardiness Zones
5-11
Color
Glowing apricot
Bloom Size
Medium
Features
- Attractive, neatly formed rosettes
- Strong Tea Rose fragrance with lemon notes
- Robust, upright growth habit
- Repeat flowering throughout the season
- Suitable for East, South, or West exposure
- Handpicked quality from a family farm
- 5 Year Guarantee included
What customers say
Sweet Juliet is overwhelmingly praised for its exquisite coloring, featuring deep, warm apricot and peach tones that truly glow in the garden. Its strong, complex fruity tea fragrance is another major highlight, making it a favorite for cutting and close planting. Customers celebrate its reliable, prolific repeat blooming and the perfect cupped form of its long lasting blooms, which justify its premium cost. While highly rewarding, be aware that this English rose can be susceptible to black spot, especially in humid areas. Its growth habit is sometimes sprawling, requiring support structures to maintain an attractive shape. Despite these maintenance needs, its unparalleled beauty and intoxicating scent make it an essential, highly recommended addition for rose enthusiasts.
Know before you buy
At maturity, this shrub reaches approximately 4 feet in height and 3 feet in width. Its upright growth habit makes it a great choice for mixed borders where space is somewhat limited.
Yes, this variety is a prolific repeat bloomer. You can expect consistent, medium-sized apricot rosettes from the start of the season through to the first frost.
Sweet Juliet thrives in full sun and performs best in well-drained soil. It is quite versatile regarding exposure, as it is suitable for East, South, or West-facing garden spots.
It features a strong, classic Tea Rose fragrance. You will also notice distinct, fresh lemon undertones that make it a pleasant choice for planting near walkways or seating areas.
This rose is suitable for USDA Hardiness Zones 5 through 11. This wide range makes it a reliable option for many different climates across the country.
The 5-year guarantee provides assurance regarding the health and quality of your plant. It reflects the confidence in the handpicked quality of these roses grown on a family farm.
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