Dannahue
Best compact rose for container gardeners and shaded outdoor spaces.
Discover Dannahue®, an exquisite English Shrub Rose from David Austin Roses, designed for modern gardens. This rose features a compact, upright, and bushy habit, producing abundant blooms with a delightful medium scent of lemon, lychees, and fresh apricots. It thrives in containers, against walls, or in shadier garden spots, offering repeat flowering throughout the season. Bred by David Austin, it comes with a 5-year guarantee and lifetime support, ensuring a beautiful and resilient addition to any landscape.
$40.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1597
/ 2598
#1597 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+2%
Above average
Colour
Apricot
/ Apricot
Who it's for
- Gardeners prioritizing sensory experiences and aromatic landscapes
- Collectors seeking the classic, romantic aesthetic of English roses
- Homeowners wanting consistent, season-long floral displays
Who should skip it
- Gardeners unable to commit to regular preventative maintenance
- Residents in regions with extreme weather or high humidity
- Landscapers designing for intense, full-sun garden exposures
Performance breakdown
Container Adaptability
Compact, upright habit makes it a perfect candidate for patio pots.
Fragrance Complexity
Zesty notes of lemon and lychee offer a sophisticated sensory experience.
Shade Tolerance
Reliably performs in spots where many other roses struggle for light.
Bloom Consistency
Repeat flowering ensures a vibrant display throughout the entire summer season.
Soil Versatility
Robust genetics allow for successful growth across diverse soil conditions.
Maintenance Ease
Lifetime support and a five-year guarantee simplify long-term garden care.
Key Specs
Colour
Apricot
Flowering
Repeat Flowering
Fragrance
Medium, Fruity
Bloom Size
Medium (2-3.5")
Height
3 1/2ft
Width
4ft
Breeder
David Austin
USDA Hardiness Zones
5-11
Features
- Compact and shapely growth
- Thrives in containers and shadier areas
- Medium, zesty scent profile
- Repeat flowering throughout the season
- Suitable for various sunlight exposures
- Tolerates all soil types
- Upright and bushy shrub form
- Bred for modern, accessible gardening
What customers say
Customers deeply admire the Dannahue rose for its breathtaking aesthetic and powerful fragrance, hallmarks of the collection. Reviewers praise the deep, cupped blooms displaying rich apricot and peach tones that mature beautifully. The strong, complex fragrance elevates the garden experience significantly. This rose is highly valued for its reliable repeat flowering and performance as a cut flower. While dedicated care is necessary, especially in humid areas where susceptibility to common issues like black spot can occur, the consensus is clear. The unparalleled beauty and sensory delight provided by Dannahue easily justify the maintenance effort, making it a highly recommended centerpiece for dedicated enthusiasts.
Know before you buy
Yes, Dannahue is well-suited for container gardening. Its compact, upright habit makes it an excellent choice for pots on a patio or balcony.
Dannahue is versatile and thrives in both full sun and partial shade. It is a great option for shadier areas of the garden where other roses might struggle to bloom.
This variety is a repeat flowerer, meaning it will produce blooms consistently throughout the summer season rather than just once.
The Dannahue features a medium-strength, fruity fragrance. You will notice distinct notes of lemon, lychee, and fresh apricot.
At maturity, the Dannahue rose typically reaches a height of 3.5 feet and a width of 4 feet, maintaining a tidy, bushy form.
Dannahue is adaptable to all soil types, provided the soil is well-drained. It is a resilient choice for a wide range of garden conditions.
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