shrub

Livin' Easy Rose

Rosa 'Livin' Easy'

$119.99

The Story

Plant Bio

Roses are woody perennial flowering plants of the genus Rosa, prized for their often fragrant flowers which come in a vast range of colors, forms, and sizes.

Livin' Easy is a floribunda rose celebrated for its vibrant apricot-orange ruffled blooms, strong fruity fragrance, and exceptionally glossy, disease-resistant foliage. It's a vigorous, rounded shrub that blooms prolifically.

Uses & Benefits:

The vibrant, fragrant apricot-orange flowers are produced in abundance against a backdrop of extremely glossy, dark green leaves, creating a high-impact visual display. Its rounded, full habit makes it an attractive shrub even when not in peak bloom.

Its disease resistance makes it a low-spray or no-spray option for gardeners wanting beautiful roses without the chemical upkeep. The flowers are held on sturdy stems, making them good for cutting.

The flowers attract bees and other pollinating insects. The dense foliage provides cover for beneficial insects within the garden ecosystem.

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Shrub

Height

48 inches

Width

36 inches

Light

Full Sun

Zones

5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Moderate

Humidity

Adaptable

Lifespan

15+ years

Native To

Cultivated hybrid

Toxicity

Mildly toxic to pets if ingested; thorns are a hazard.

Bloom period

Late spring – Mid-fall

In flower about 6 months of the year

Marketplace

Where to Buy

Spring Hill Nursery

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Planting

How to Grow

Select a location with at least 6 hours of direct sun.
Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball.
Amend the soil with compost or well-rotted manure.
Gently tease out the roots and place the plant in the hole.
Ensure the bud union is at or slightly above soil level.
Backfill, water deeply, and apply a 2-inch layer of mulch.

Pro Tip

Allow some hips to form late in the season by not deadheading the last flush of blooms; they provide winter interest.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water deeply at the base, especially during hot, dry weather.
Deadhead regularly to promote continuous flowering.
Provide good air circulation to show off its natural disease resistance.
Prune annually to maintain a good shape and encourage strong new growth.

Don't

Avoid overhead watering, which can spot the flowers.
Don't fertilize within 6 weeks of the first expected frost.
Don't plant it in a shady or crowded location.
Avoid using harsh chemical pesticides; its disease resistance is excellent.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Deadhead
Fertilize
Pest Check
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Stunning specimen in a sunny borderFragrant and colorful low hedgeVibrant addition to a container garden

Companion Plants

Perovskia atriplicifolia Salvia 'May Night'Nepeta 'Walker's Low'Coreopsis 'Moonbeam'Penstemon 'Husker Red'

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Livin' Easy Rose questions

What zones can Livin' Easy Rose grow in?

Livin' Easy Rose is hardy in USDA Zones 5–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Livin' Easy Rose deer resistant?

Not reliably. Deer may browse Livin' Easy Rose, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.

When does Livin' Easy Rose bloom?

Livin' Easy Rose typically blooms in late spring through mid-fall. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Livin' Easy Rose need full sun?

Livin' Easy Rose does best in full sun (6+ hours).

Is Livin' Easy Rose drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Livin' Easy Rose handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.