Lemon™ Art Vaza® – creamy yellow floribunda shrub rose
Creamy clusters of gently cupped blooms give Lemon™ a soft, romantic presence in small beds and cottage-style front gardens while its steady, remontant flowering keeps colour coming through the season; the medium, clearly perceptible fragrance adds a fruity honeyed note that feels refined rather than overpowering, and its bushy, mid‑green, slightly glossy foliage forms a tidy, compact shrub ideal for low hedging or grouped planting. Own‑root plants establish gradually, giving a reassuringly long‑lived, regenerating structure that settles well even in breezy plots with heavier soils where good drainage has been provided against winter wet, and with moderate care and occasional protection Lemon™ rewards you with reliable, ornamental value that blends easily into classic perennials and evergreen edging for a harmonious family garden.
Usage options
| Target area |
Reasoning |
| Front garden focal bed |
The creamy yellow, cupped clusters show beautifully against brick or gravel, creating a welcoming first impression beside the drive or front path. Its bushy habit stays neat at 60–90 cm, so it will not overwhelm a modest space, yet flowers repeat to keep the entrance cheerful for most of the season, well suited to beginners. |
| Small cottage-style mixed border |
Planted in groups of three to five at the recommended spacings, Lemon™ threads soft colour through perennials and low grasses without clashing. The shifting tones from peach-yellow to ivory work effortlessly with traditional cottage companions, building a relaxed but deliberate look that suits style-conscious homeowners. |
| Low informal hedge along a path or terrace |
The dense foliage and regular, bushy growth allow you to form a low, flowering boundary around seating areas or along a garden path. With moderate pruning you can keep an even line, while repeated flushes of bloom soften edges and give structure that appeals to practical garden planners. |
| Family back garden feature bed |
This floribunda’s repeating clusters give months of interest without demanding advanced rose knowledge. Occasional feeding and basic disease monitoring are usually sufficient, making it a reliable choice for busy families who want visible results from a small planting effort, ideal for time-pressed gardeners. |
| Cutting corner for scented stems |
The large, very double flowers on clusters can be cut in bud or at first opening for indoor vases, when their delicately fruity, honeyed fragrance is most noticeable. Regular cutting encourages further blooms, letting a compact group of plants supply small arrangements for fragrance-loving enthusiasts. |
| Accent planting with heavier or chalky soils |
Own-root plants gradually adapt their root system to the planting site, helping the shrub anchor and perform steadily over years in typical British garden soils, provided drainage is improved where needed against lingering winter wet, giving extra confidence to cautious rose buyers. |
| Large containers on patios or balconies |
In a well-drained pot of at least 40–50 litres, Lemon™ forms a compact, rounded shrub whose soft colouring complements outdoor furniture and paving. Regular watering and feeding are straightforward tasks, so even without a border you can enjoy a classic rose feel as balcony-friendly residents. |
| Long-term rose and shrub compositions |
As an own-root shrub it builds a stable framework over time, responding well to gradual shaping rather than strict pruning. This makes it a good “base rose” in long-lived schemes, where you want plants that mature gracefully alongside shrubs and perennials, appreciated by planning-focused designers. |
Styling ideas
- Soft-cream entrance trio – group three Lemon™ along a front path with low evergreen edging and gravel mulch, for a calm, welcoming first impression – for neat, understated front gardens.
- Cottage border blend – mix Lemon™ with lavender, catmint and hardy geraniums so its changing cream and ivory tones weave gently through blues and mauves – for lovers of informal cottage style.
- Patio container feature – plant one shrub in a 40–50 litre terracotta pot with trailing thyme at the rim to highlight its compact form and scented flowers – for balcony and terrace gardeners.
- Low flowering hedge – set plants at hedge spacing along a path or lawn edge, underplanting with Irish moss or stonecrop for a soft, quilted base – for families wanting gentle structure.
- Cut-flower corner – dedicate a small square bed to Lemon™ and companion annuals; harvest clusters at different stages for relaxed indoor bouquets – for home florists and scent appreciators.
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter |
Data |
| Name and registration |
Floribunda shrub rose, registered as BOZvaz011, marketed as Lemon™ Art Vaza®; commercial type flowerbed floribunda rose within the Art Vaza® collection, verified for authenticity for consumer garden use. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Biljana Božanić Tanjga of PhenoGeno Roses, Serbia, around 2018, with parentage not disclosed; introduced to the market by PhenoGeno Roses as a versatile garden and cut-flower shrub. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Forms a bushy, well-branched shrub 60–90 cm high and 50–75 cm wide, with dense, mid-green, slightly glossy foliage and moderate prickles; suitable for beds, low hedges and structural groups. |
| Flower morphology |
Large, very double, cupped blooms with over 40 petals, carried mainly in clusters; remontant habit with notably abundant second flowering, giving extended garden display through the main season. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Cream-yellow base with peachy to ivory transitions; buds apricot-yellow, opening to butter-cream and eventually bone white with a pale-yellow centre, with colour gently fading as the flower ages. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Medium-strength, clearly perceptible scent with a delicately fruity, honeyed character; best appreciated at close range or on cut stems indoors, adding sensory interest without being overpowering. |
| Hip characteristics |
Occasionally forms small ellipsoid hips 10–15 mm across, in an orange-red shade; hips are incidental to garden use but add a modest seasonal detail in late season where fruit sets successfully. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, USDA 6b, Swedish zone 3); disease resistance rated medium for black spot, mildew and rust, so occasional protection may be required in damp seasons. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil; spacing 50–90 cm depending on use, giving 3.3–3.8 plants per m² in mass plantings; maintenance moderate, needing basic feeding and health checks. |
Lemon™ Art Vaza® offers softly coloured repeat flowering, a compact, bushy habit and adaptable own-root durability, making it a thoughtful choice for long-lived, easy-care family gardens you can plant with confidence.
