Botanical profile

David Austin Rose 'Queen of Sweden'

Latin name
Rosa 'Queen of Sweden'
Common name
English Rose 'Queen of Sweden'
Type
English rose
Family
Rosaceae

The English rose Rosa 'Queen of Sweden', bred by David Austin, is an elegant shrub variety recognized for its delicate, soft pink flowers with apricot hues. Its rounded buds open into perfectly formed cups, offering abundant, repeat flowering from early summer until autumn. They emit a light to medium fragrance with subtle and refined myrrh notes. Its naturally upright, dense, and well-structured habit makes it an excellent choice for beds, borders, or low hedge plantings. Its healthy green foliage reinforces its robustness and ease of cultivation. This rose combines grace, regularity, and a soft hue, ideal for harmonious and sophisticated landscaping.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Regular, keeping the soil slightly damp without overwatering
Fertilization
Rose fertilizer for spring and summer
Soil type
Rich, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral
Minimum temperature
-30°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
Pink
Fruiting
Small red rose hips late in the season if the faded flowers are kept
Foliage color
Glossy mid-green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Shrubby
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1.25 m (4.1 ft)
Width
0.90 m (3 ft)
Growth rate
Moderate
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.