Queen Elizabeth
Best fragrant shrub rose for gardeners seeking reliable, repeat-blooming elegance.
Introducing Elizabeth®, a majestic English Shrub Rose named in honor of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. This exquisite rose produces abundant clusters of large, crisp apple blossom pink rosettes that gently fade to a blush white. Experience its strong, sweet, fresh fragrance, reminiscent of lemon sherbet and Old Rose. Elizabeth® boasts exceptional health and a versatile habit, forming a shapely, commanding shrub perfect for mixed borders, pots, containers, rose borders, and hedges. It thrives in full sun to partial sunlight and is suitable for zones 5-11, offering repeat blooms throughout the summer.
$40.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
34
/ 2598
#34 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+2%
Above average
Year of Introduction
2022
Who it's for
- Gardeners creating tall privacy screens or dramatic floral backdrops
- Landscape designers needing consistent color throughout the entire growing season
- Low-maintenance gardeners seeking disease-resistant and adaptable rose varieties
Who should skip it
- Fragrance enthusiasts looking for a highly aromatic garden experience
- Collectors preferring the lush, high-petal count of modern hybrid roses
- Casual gardeners who prefer handling plants with fewer sharp thorns
Performance breakdown
Disease Resistance
Exceptional health profile minimizes the need for intensive garden maintenance.
Fragrance Intensity
Potent lemon sherbet notes provide a sophisticated sensory experience.
Bloom Consistency
Reliable repeat flowering ensures color throughout the entire summer season.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to containers, hedges, or traditional mixed garden borders.
Climate Adaptability
Broad zone compatibility makes this a dependable choice for diverse regions.
Growth Habit
Mounding form creates a tidy, commanding presence without excessive pruning.
Key Specs
Year of Introduction
2022
Height
4 1/2ft
Width
4 1/2ft
Bloom Colour
Pale pink-apricot
Fragrance
Strong, Sweet/Old Rose
Bloom Size
Medium
Family
English Shrub Rose
Suitable for zones
Zones 5-11
Features
- Exceptionally healthy and versatile habit
- Forms a shapely, commanding shrub
- Strong, sweet, fresh fragrance
- Large, crisp apple blossom pink rosettes
- Repeat flowering throughout summer
- Suitable for various garden settings
- Comes with a 5-year guarantee
What customers say
The 'Queen Elizabeth' rose is celebrated as a garden classic defined by its exceptional reliability and vigor. Gardeners consistently praise its robust health and superior resistance to common diseases, making it a low maintenance choice. This Grandiflora variety offers impressive height and produces an abundance of clear pink blooms on strong stems, ideal for cutting. It functions as a dependable workhorse, providing continuous flowering where other roses might struggle. While its fragrance is moderate compared to some English Roses, the overall consensus highlights its unparalleled performance, classic elegance, and outstanding value. It remains a foundational plant due to its consistent hardiness and prolific nature.
Know before you buy
This shrub reaches a mature height and width of approximately 4 1/2 feet. Its mounding, shapely habit makes it a substantial presence in a garden bed without becoming overly unruly.
Yes, Elizabeth® is container-friendly. Ensure you use a large pot with high-quality, well-drained soil to accommodate its root system and maintain its health.
This variety is a repeat bloomer, meaning it will produce multiple flushes of flowers throughout the summer months rather than just one single display.
The fragrance is strong and sweet, blending notes of fresh lemon sherbet with the classic, nostalgic scent of an Old Rose.
Elizabeth® is hardy and suitable for zones 5 through 11. It is designed to thrive in a wide range of temperatures, provided it receives adequate sunlight and well-drained soil.
While it performs best in full sun, it is versatile enough to tolerate partial sunlight. For the most abundant flowering, aim for a spot that receives at least six hours of direct light daily.
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