Eglantyne English Rose: Soft Pink Austin Charm

The Eglantyne English rose, introduced by David Austin in 1994 (AUSmak), honors Eglantyne Jebb, founder of Save the Children. It bears exquisite, shallow-cupped, soft pink flowers with a strong Old Rose fragrance, embodying the grace of Austin's creations.

Classification and Heritage

Family: Rosaceae (ro-ZAY-see-ee)
Genus: Rosa (RO-zuh)
Cultivar: 'Eglantyne'
Additional names: Eglantyne? AUSmak, Eglantyne Jebb
Hybridized by: Austin
Registered/Introduced: 1994

Growth Habit and Blooms

Medium, bushy shrub 3–4 feet. Flowers are soft pink, paling at edges, many-petalled, with a strong, classic Old Rose scent. Repeat flowering.

Cultivation Tips

• Sunlight: Full sun.
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained.
• Watering: Regular.
• Pruning: Light spring pruning.
• Hardiness: USDA zones 5–9.

Landscape Uses

Perfect for cottage gardens, mixed borders, or as a fragrant hedge. The soft pink blends with almost any color scheme.