David Austin? Gertrude Jekyll? Rose Shrub - Rosa 'Gertrude Jekyll'

David Austin® Gertrude Jekyll® Rose Shrub (Rosa 'Gertrude Jekyll')

The Gertrude Jekyll® Rose Shrub is a classic English rose that delivers abundant, deeply fragrant blooms in a gorgeous rose-pink shade. Bred by the legendary David Austin, this vigorous shrub produces tightly-packed petals that fill your garden with intoxicating scent while its healthy green foliage creates a lush foundation. Buy the Gertrude Jekyll® Rose online and enjoy a stunning, versatile shrub that adapts beautifully to any garden style.

Landscaping Uses

This shrub rose works wonderfully as a focal point in flower borders, mixed beds, or formal garden settings. Its generous size makes it ideal for creating living screens or hedging, while its ornamental blooms and fragrance also perform well in container gardens on patios or decks. Pair it with complementary perennials, lavender, or other David Austin roses to create an authentic English garden atmosphere in your landscape.

Specifications

Height: 4–5 feet
Width: 3–4 feet
Growth Rate: Vigorous
Sun: Full sun (minimum 6 hours daily)
Water: Moderate; approximately 1 inch per week
Soil: Well-draining, organic-rich loam
USDA Zones: 5–10

Why Homeowners Love It

• Exceptionally fragrant, old-garden rose blooms that perfume the entire garden
• Prolific flowering throughout the growing season for continuous color
• Exceptional disease resistance and adaptability to various garden conditions
• Combines timeless English charm with low-maintenance, reliable performance

Planting & Care

Select a sunny location with well-draining soil and dig a hole twice the width of the root ball at the same depth the plant was growing in its container. Amend heavy soil with organic matter, plant firmly, and water thoroughly to settle the soil. Water deeply but infrequently to encourage deep root development, targeting about 1 inch weekly while keeping foliage dry to prevent fungal issues. In late winter or early spring, prune away dead wood and weak growth, removing approximately one-third of the plant's height to maintain an open structure and encourage vigorous new blooms. Apply balanced rose fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer according to package directions, watering well afterward to activate the nutrients.