Lucky Rose Bushes

• Variety: Lucky
• Type: Floribunda
• Colour: Deep rose-pink, double blooms in large clusters
• Fragrance: Moderate — sweet
• Height: 90cm (3ft)
• Flowering: June to October, repeat-flowering
• Good for: Borders, garden displays, cutting
• Sold as: Bare root (November–March) and potted plants
• Delivered: By next-day courier. Collection from Castle Cary also available

Lucky is a deep rose-pink floribunda with large clusters of double blooms, flowering from June to October with moderate sweet fragrance. Rose of the Year 2009, it combines consistent flowering power with outstanding weather resistance and genuine garden vigour — a rose bred to bring luck that actually deserves the name.

Lucky, a Rose That Delivers

Named to celebrate luck in the garden, Lucky justifies its optimistic title season after season. This is a floribunda that performs as hard as you need it to, producing generous clusters of deep rose-pink double flowers from June right through to the first frost. The colour is rich without being heavy, and the blooms hold their form well even during wet spells — a genuine strength in British gardens. Height at around 90cm makes it ideal for front-of-border planting where you want impact without obstruction.

What sets Lucky apart is its vigour and health. This is a rose that rarely sulks. It flowers consistently, the foliage stays clean, and it responds well to good care without demanding it. The moderate sweet fragrance is pleasant rather than commanding, but noticeable enough when you brush against the plant or cut a cluster for the house. The double blooms are substantial too — not the delicate singles you might expect from a compact floribunda, but proper full-petalled flowers that look generous in the garden.

Weather resistance matters. British summers are unpredictable, and a rose that shrugs off rain and wind is worth its place. Lucky was selected as Rose of the Year in 2009 for precisely this combination: colour, form, health, and reliability. It is not a novelty rose with a gimmick — it is a working floribunda that has earned its award through garden performance.

Growing Lucky in Your Garden

Plant Lucky in full sun — at least six hours daily — and it will reward you with denser flowering and stronger colour. It prefers well-drained soil enriched with organic matter, though it is adaptable enough to tolerate less-than-perfect conditions. Prune in late winter or early spring, cutting back to about 30-40cm and removing any dead or crossing wood. During the growing season, deadhead spent flower clusters to encourage fresh blooms right through until autumn.

Feed fortnightly during the growing season with a rose fertiliser, and water deeply during dry spells rather than relying on frequent light watering. Mulch around the base with compost in spring to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Lucky is healthy, but as with all roses, good air circulation helps prevent fungal problems — avoid crowding, and thin out dense growth if needed.

Companion Plants for Rose-Pink Floribundas

Partner Lucky with soft purples and silvers to amplify its pink without competing for attention. Lavender is a natural choice, its spiky texture offsetting the rose's full blooms. Silvery herbaceous perennials like artemisia or senecio ground the planting and cool the eye. Alliums add architectural interest and complement rose-pink without clashing. For structure, consider deep-foliaged shrubs like Pittosporum or Photinia. White-flowering companions such as philadelphus also work well, creating a soft, cottage-garden effect that lets Lucky shine without overwhelm.

Why Buy Your Roses from Ashridge Nurseries?

Lucky arrives budded onto vigorous rootstock, grown for us by specialist rose growers and selected for strength and longevity. We are Which? Gardening Best Plant Supplier winners and hold the Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award. Browse our full floribunda rose collection here.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall does Lucky grow?

Lucky reaches around 90cm (3ft) in height, making it a compact floribunda suitable for borders and containers. With good feeding and care, it may grow slightly taller, but this is its typical mature size.

When does Lucky flower?

Lucky flowers from June through to October, with repeat-flowering cycles throughout the season. Deadhead spent clusters to encourage continuous blooms and extend flowering into late autumn.

Is Lucky fragrant?

Lucky has a moderate sweet fragrance — pleasant and noticeable, but not overpowering. You will catch it best in still, warm weather and when you cut flowers for the house.

Does Lucky need special care?

Lucky is vigorous and healthy, requiring only standard rose care: full sun, well-drained soil, regular feeding during the growing season, and winter pruning. Its strong weather resistance means it tolerates British conditions well.

Can I grow Lucky in a pot?

Yes, Lucky works well in large containers filled with quality rose compost. Keep it well-watered and fed during the growing season, and mulch the surface to retain moisture. Container-grown roses need more frequent feeding than garden plants.