David Austin Roses Félicité Parmentier
Best compact shrub for gardeners seeking classic, fragrant blooms in mixed borders.
This 1834 heirloom brings unmatched vintage charm and a heady fragrance to any garden border. You sacrifice a repeat bloom for a single, spectacular display of cream-tipped petals, but the sheer elegance of its short, bushy form makes the trade-off entirely worth it.
$40.00
Who it's for
- Gardeners prioritizing classic, powerful floral scents
- Romantics seeking vintage, pom-pom style blooms
- Cold-climate growers needing low-maintenance, disease-resistant shrubs
Who should skip it
- Urban gardeners with limited space or small containers
- Gardeners wanting continuous color throughout the entire season
- Beginners intimidated by handling sharp, thorny canes
Performance breakdown
Bloom Aesthetics
Multi-petaled structure offers a sophisticated, classic look for any garden.
Fragrance Intensity
Strong Old Rose scent provides a powerful, nostalgic olfactory experience.
Hardiness Range
Exceptional adaptability across USDA zones 4 through 11.
Growth Habit
Compact mounding form fits perfectly into smaller mixed border spaces.
Flowering Duration
Limited to a single summer bloom cycle per season.
Soil Versatility
Highly resilient variety that tolerates a wide range of soil conditions.
Key Specs
Mature Height
4.0 feet
Mature Width
4.0 feet
Bloom Season
Summer
Flower Color
Pink
Foliage Type
Deciduous
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zones 4-11
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Water Requirement
Moderate
Soil Type Preference
Well-Drained
Fragrant Flowers
Yes
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