David Austin Roses Penelope Lively
Best fragrant shrub for gardeners seeking reliable, repeat-blooming color.
This is the definitive choice for gardeners who prioritize fragrance and resilience above all else. While you sacrifice the dramatic, oversized blooms found in other varieties, you gain a reliable, repeat-flowering shrub that fills the air with complex notes of raspberry and myrrh throughout the season.
$45.00
Who it's for
- Gardeners prioritizing intense, classic tea rose fragrance
- Landscape designers needing consistent, season-long color
- Aesthetic-focused growers seeking unique, shifting warm color palettes
Who should skip it
- Low-maintenance gardeners avoiding intensive fungal disease management
- Residents in humid or extremely hot, volatile climates
- Budget-conscious buyers preferring affordable, non-patented rose varieties
Performance breakdown
Fragrance Complexity
Layered notes of raspberry, lemon, and myrrh create a sophisticated scent profile.
Bloom Aesthetics
Dynamic color shift from berry-red buds to soft lavender is visually striking.
Repeat Flowering
Consistent re-blooming habit ensures garden color throughout the entire summer season.
Garden Versatility
Compact size makes it ideal for both mixed borders and cutting gardens.
Disease Resistance
Bred specifically for superior health and resilience in varied garden environments.
Growth Habit
Manageable 3.5-foot height fits perfectly into smaller spaces without needing staking.
Key Specs
Model Number
Ausb18a15
Patent
PP36401
Family
English Shrub Rose
Breeder
David Austin
Year of Introduction
2023
Bloom Size
Medium (2-3.5 inches)
Mature Height
3.5 feet
Mature Width
4 feet
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Soil Type Preference
Well-Drained
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