Botanical profile

David Austin Rose 'Vanessa Bell'

Latin name
Rosa 'Vanessa Bell'
Common name
English Rose ‘Vanessa Bell’
Type
English rose
Family
Rosaceae

The Rosa 'Vanessa Bell', a David Austin English rose, is an elegant variety renowned for its semi-double, soft yellow flowers subtly nuanced with cream, sometimes enhanced with pink reflections at the heart. Its bushy, dense, and well-balanced habit is perfect for flowerbeds, borders, or as a stand-alone plant. Its repeat flowering, abundant from early summer until autumn, is accompanied by a refined fragrance with notes of green tea, honey, and lemon. The dark green, healthy, and slightly glossy foliage highlights the delicacy of its flowers while offering good disease resistance. Highly appreciated for its delicate charm and ease of cultivation, it attracts pollinators and brings softness and luminosity to the garden.

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
YELLOW
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
1.20 m (4 ft)
Width
1.20 m (4 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.