Lady of Shalott English Climbing Rose
Best climbing rose for gardeners wanting fragrant, repeat-blooming vertical color.
Discover the Lady of Shalott™ English Climbing Rose, a stunning variety from David Austin Roses. This captivating rose features rich orange-red buds that open to beautiful chalice-shaped blooms with a striking contrast of orange, salmon-pink, and golden-yellow undersides. Enjoy its delightful warm Tea fragrance, reminiscent of spiced apple and cloves. This repeat-flowering short climber is perfect for adorning walls, fences, obelisks, or pillars, and is backed by a 5-year guarantee, ensuring your gardening success.
$40.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
18
/ 2598
#18 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+2%
Above average
Colour
Orange
/ Orange
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking low-maintenance plants with reliable, disease-free performance
- Designers looking for bold, warm color accents in green landscapes
- Fragrance lovers wanting consistent, long-lasting floral scents all season
Who should skip it
- Small-space gardeners lacking room for wide, arching shrub growth
- Residents in regions with harsh, unrelenting summer sun exposure
- Pruners who prefer handling stems without sharp, dense thorns
Performance breakdown
Bloom Aesthetics
Stunning color transitions create a vibrant focal point for any garden.
Fragrance Profile
Warm spiced apple notes offer a sophisticated, inviting sensory experience.
Climbing Versatility
Perfectly sized for pillars, obelisks, and smaller vertical garden structures.
Flowering Consistency
Reliable repeat blooms ensure continuous color throughout the growing season.
Environmental Adaptability
Exceptional hardiness range makes this variety suitable for diverse climates.
Maintenance Requirements
Requires regular care as it lacks inherent pest and deer resistance.
Key Specs
Colour
Orange
Flowering
Repeat Flowering
Fragrance
Medium, Tea
Bloom Size
Large (3.5-5 inches)
Height
8 feet
Petal Count
60 petals
Year of Introduction
2009
Suitable for zones
Zones 4-11
Features
- Rich orange-red buds open to stunning blooms
- Warm Tea fragrance with spiced apple notes
- Repeat flowering for continuous color
- Large blooms up to 5 inches
- Ideal for training on structures
- Short climber reaching approximately 8 feet
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Guaranteed quality from David Austin Roses
What customers say
The 'Lady of Shalott' English Climbing Rose is highly favored for its exceptional vigor and reliability. Gardeners consistently praise its quick establishment and the abundance of stunning, cupped blooms featuring a rich blend of apricot, orange, and copper tones. A major draw is the strong, delightful tea fragrance that enhances its sensory appeal. Reviewers appreciate its excellent repeat flowering, providing continuous flushes even in hot weather. Furthermore, the rose is celebrated for its robust health and impressive resistance to common diseases, significantly reducing maintenance. Customers overwhelmingly feel the beauty and dependable performance justify the investment, viewing it as a high value addition to any landscape.
Know before you buy
This variety is classified as a short climber and typically reaches a mature height of approximately 8 feet.
Yes, the Lady of Shalott is a repeat-flowering variety, meaning it will produce multiple flushes of blooms throughout the growing season.
Because of its growth habit, this rose is well-suited for training on vertical structures like obelisks, pillars, walls, or fences.
No, this rose is not considered pet-safe. If you have curious pets, consider planting it in an area of the garden they do not frequent.
The Lady of Shalott is versatile and can thrive in full sun, partial sun, or partial shade, making it adaptable to various garden exposures.
No, this rose is not specifically bred for deer or pest resistance. You may need to take standard protective measures if your garden is prone to these issues.
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