David Austin? Vanessa Bell? Rose Shrub - Rosa 'Vanessa Bell'

David Austin® Vanessa Bell® Rose Shrub (Rosa 'Vanessa Bell')

The Vanessa Bell® Rose Shrub is a classic English rose that brings together striking apricot and golden tones with an irresistible fruity perfume. This David Austin creation blooms abundantly from spring through fall, making it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking reliable, long-season color and fragrance. Buy the Vanessa Bell® Rose online to add elegance, resilience, and continuous floral beauty to your landscape.

Landscaping Uses

This compact shrub rose excels in foundation plantings, mixed flower borders, and cottage garden designs. Its manageable, bushy form makes it ideal for specimen plantings in containers or as a fragrant focal point in perennial beds. Pair it with ornamental grasses, lavender, or complementary perennials to create a dynamic, multi-season garden display.

Specifications

Height: 3–4 feet
Width: 2–3 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
Sun: 6+ hours daily
Water: Moderate; consistent moisture when established
Soil: Well-draining, organic-rich
USDA Zones: 5–10

Why Homeowners Love It

• Gorgeous peachy-apricot blooms with a delightful fragrance that perfumes the garden
• Bred for outstanding disease resistance, requiring less chemical intervention
• Flowers continuously throughout the growing season for extended color impact
• Compact, attractive form ideal for borders, containers, and mixed plantings

Planting & Care

Plant your Vanessa Bell® Rose in a location receiving at least six hours of direct sunlight in well-draining soil enriched with organic matter. Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball and set the plant at its original depth, then backfill and gently firm the soil. Water deeply during establishment, then maintain moderate, even moisture without waterlogging. In late winter or early spring, prune away dead wood and cut back about one-third of the previous season's stems to encourage dense branching and abundant flowering. Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring and mid-summer, or use organic alternatives like composted manure for consistent feeding.