Armstrong Garden Centers Doris Day Rose
Best low-maintenance shrub for gardeners seeking vibrant, fragrant yellow blooms.
This vigorous shrub delivers a season-long explosion of fragrant yellow blooms that are as resilient as they are beautiful. While it demands a sunny spot and consistent moisture, its urban tolerance and self-filling habit make it the ultimate low-effort choice for high-impact garden borders.
$34.99
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a highly fragrant sensory experience
- Landscapers wanting vibrant color that resists sun bleaching
- Homeowners desiring continuous blooms throughout the growing season
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with limited space needing compact, upright plants
- Families with children or pets in high-traffic areas
- Gardeners in humid climates with poor air circulation
Performance breakdown
Bloom consistency
Continuous yellow flowers provide reliable color from late spring through fall.
Urban adaptability
Highly resilient against city pollution, making it perfect for street-side gardens.
Maintenance effort
Fast-growing and low-upkeep, requiring only occasional attention to thrive.
Pollinator impact
Actively draws beneficial bees to support a healthy garden ecosystem.
Landscape versatility
Ideal for hedges, mass plantings, or as a standalone container feature.
Floral utility
Fragrant, long-stemmed blooms are excellent for fresh indoor floral arrangements.
Key Specs
Habit
Multi-stemmed deciduous shrub with upright spreading growth
Mature Height
4 feet
Mature Spread
3 feet
Foliage
Glossy oval compound leaves
Life Expectancy
Approximately 30 years
Pollinator Attraction
Attracts bees
Urban Tolerance
Highly tolerant of urban pollution
Growth Rate
Fast
Bloom Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Evergreen/Deciduous Type
Deciduous
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