Young Lycidas David Austin Rose
Rosa ‘Young Lycidas’Young Lycidas David Austin Rose is a richly colored and highly fragrant English shrub rose known for its complex tones and classic, full bloom form. From late spring through fall, this rose produces large, deeply cupped to rosette-shaped flowers in a striking blend of deep pink, magenta, and hints of purple, often with subtle silver or lighter tones on the outer petals. The blooms are densely packed with petals, giving them a lush, old-fashioned appearance, while releasing a strong, captivating fragrance with notes often described as rich and classic.
What makes David Austin roses especially distinctive is their ability to combine the beauty and fragrance of old garden roses with the improved repeat flowering and vigor of modern varieties. These English roses are known for their full, multi-layered blooms, strong scents, and natural, shrubby growth habits. Young Lycidas is a perfect example, offering both visual depth and fragrance with reliable, season-long performance.
This English shrub rose grows in a vigorous, upright to slightly arching habit, typically reaching 4 to 5 feet in height with a spread of 3 to 4 feet. Its fuller growth and repeat blooming make it an excellent choice for borders, mixed beds, and cottage-style gardens where both color and fragrance are desired. The rich green foliage provides a strong backdrop that enhances the dramatic tones of the blooms.
Young Lycidas thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. It performs best with consistent moisture and benefits from regular feeding throughout the growing season to support its repeat blooming. Good air circulation is important for plant health, and pruning in late winter or early spring helps maintain shape and encourages strong new growth. Deadheading spent blooms will help extend the flowering cycle and keep the plant looking full and tidy.
Care Instructions:
Planting: Choose a full sun location with good air circulation.
Soil: Plant in well-drained soil enriched with organic matter.
Watering: Water regularly during establishment and maintain consistent moisture during active growth.
Fertilizing: Apply a rose fertilizer in early spring and continue feeding throughout the growing season.
Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and remove dead or weak growth. Deadhead to encourage repeat blooms.
Spacing: Space plants 3–4 ft apart to allow for mature growth and airflow.
Maintenance: Monitor for common rose pests and diseases and maintain good airflow around the plant.
In addition to its ornamental value, this rose attracts pollinators such as honey bees. Its bold coloration, strong fragrance, and classic English rose form make it a standout choice for adding depth and sensory appeal to the garden. Whether used in borders, cottage gardens, or as a focal point, Young Lycidas David Austin Rose brings richness, fragrance, and season-long beauty.
