Botanical profile
David Austin Rose 'Gertrude Jekyll'
Latin name
Rosa 'Gertrude Jekyll'
Common name
English Rose 'Gertrude Jekyll'
Type
English rose
Family
Rosaceae
The English rose Rosa 'Gertrude Jekyll', one of David Austin's iconic creations, is renowned for its large, very double, deep pink flowers and its exceptional fragrance, considered one of the strongest among old roses. Its abundant, repeat flowering extends from early summer until autumn, offering a continuous spectacle in the garden. Its naturally bushy habit can be grown as a shrub or trained as a small climber, making it very versatile in landscape designs. Ideal for beds, borders or structures, it brings a classic and romantic touch. Its healthy green foliage highlights its opulent flowers, making this rose a must-have choice for lovers of intense fragrances and traditional elegance.
Plant information
Plant
identification
identification
Common nameEnglish Rose 'Gertrude Jekyll'
Latin nameRosa 'Gertrude Jekyll'
FamilyRosaceae
TypeEnglish rose
Plant
description
description
The English rose Rosa 'Gertrude Jekyll', one of David Austin's iconic creations, is renowned for its large, very double, deep pink flowers and its exceptional fragrance, considered one of the strongest among old roses. Its abundant, repeat flowering extends from early summer until autumn, offering a continuous spectacle in the garden. Its naturally bushy habit can be grown as a shrub or trained as a small climber, making it very versatile in landscape designs. Ideal for beds, borders or structures, it brings a classic and romantic touch. Its healthy green foliage highlights its opulent flowers, making this rose a must-have choice for lovers of intense fragrances and traditional elegance.
Soil
and care
and care
ExposureSun
Soil
Rich, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral
Watering
Regular, keeping the soil slightly damp without overwatering
Fertilization
Rose fertilizer for spring and summer
Appearance,
season
and garden
season
and garden
Bloom period
Summer
Flower colorPink
Foliage colorGlossy mid-green
Habit / shape
Shrubby / Climbing
Fruiting
Small red rose hips late in the season if the faded flowers are kept
Wildlife appealTRUE
Size
and facts
and facts
Height1.10 m (3.6 ft) or 2.5 m (8 ft)
Spread0.90 m (3 ft)
Growth rateModerate
Hardiness zoneZone 5
Minimum temperature-30°C
Foliage typeObsolete
ButterfliesAttracts butterflies
PollinatorsSupports pollinators
PetsPet friendly
Plant availability varies with new arrivals, the seasons, nursery production and supplier inventory. Trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals and indoor plants may be offered for a limited time depending on their natural cycle and available stock. These pages are designed to guide and inspire your choices for the garden, landscaping, containers and indoor growing.
Safe for pets
Pets
Attracts or supports pollinating insects
Pollinators
Plants that attract butterflies
Butterflies
