Young Lycidas
Discover the enchanting Young Lycidas, an English Shrub Rose from David Austin Roses. This captivating variety showcases large, deeply cupped blooms in rich shades of deep pink, magenta, and red, often accented with silvery-purple outer petals. Its robust, bushy habit makes it ideal for mixed borders and containers. The rose offers a strong, delightful fragrance reminiscent of Tea and Old Rose with a hint of cedarwood. Named in homage to John Milton’s poem, this rose promises enduring beauty and fragrance throughout the seasons.
$40.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.2
/ 5
Category Rank
2467
/ 2598
#2467 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+2%
Above average
Bloom Colour
Deep pink
/ Deep pink
Who it's for
- Intense, Complex Fragrance
- Striking Deep Purple Hue
- Abundant, Luxurious Blooms
Who should skip it
- Prone to Nodding Blooms
- Moderate Disease Resistance
- Sprawling Growth Habit
Key Specs
Bloom Colour
Deep pink
Bloom Size
Large (3.5-5 inches)
Petal Count
90 petals
Mature Height
4.5 feet
Mature Width
4 feet
Fragrance
Strong, Tea/Old Rose
Year of Introduction
2008
Patent Number
PP20960
Features
- Deep pink, magenta, and red multi-toned blooms
- Strong, delicious Tea and Old Rose fragrance
- Attractive, bushy shrub habit
- Repeat flowering throughout the season
- Large bloom size (3.5-5 inches)
- Suitable for cutting and borders
- Bred by David Austin
- Mounding plant form
What customers say
Young Lycidas earns passionate reviews centered on its breathtaking aesthetic and intoxicating fragrance, featuring complex notes of tea, cedar, and old rose. Enthusiasts adore the deep magenta and cerise tones that shift beautifully in the light, often calling it a must have for its sheer beauty. However, this high praise is balanced by consistent reports of structural challenges. Many find the heavy blooms tend to flop or nod due to weak necks, necessitating staking or careful placement. While repeat flowering is good, disease resistance is only moderate, requiring proactive care in humid areas. Ultimately, the reward of its magnificent, highly scented bloom makes the necessary maintenance effort worthwhile for devoted gardeners.
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