Eyes for You Rose is an extraordinary British shrub rose admired for its unforgettable blooms featuring soft lavender, lilac, or blush-pink petals surrounding a dramatic deep purple eye. This striking contrast gives every flower an orchid-like appearance, making it one of the most distinctive roses available. Combined with its fruity fragrance accented by gentle spice, it creates a truly memorable garden experience.
Supplied as a healthy 2-year-old live plant with a vigorous root system, Eyes for You grows into a well-branched shrub reaching approximately 110–140 cm (43–55 inches). It flowers repeatedly from late spring through autumn and performs exceptionally well in borders, cottage gardens, wildlife gardens, and collector rose gardens. Its excellent resistance to common rose diseases makes it both beautiful and reliable.
Eyes for You Rose
Shrub Rose
Purple Eye Rose
Lavender Rose
Fragrant Rose
Product Details
| Name | Eyes for You Rose |
|---|---|
| Origin | United Kingdom |
| Rose Type | Shrub Rose |
| Plant | 2-year-old live plant with strong, healthy roots |
| Release Year | 2004 |
| Plant Height | 110–140 cm (43–55 in) |
| Flower Diameter | Approximately 8 cm (3.1 in) |
| Color | Soft lavender, lilac, or blush-pink petals with a striking deep purple eye that gradually softens as the bloom matures |
| Petals | 10–20 semi-double petals with an open, airy appearance |
| Bloom Form | Flat, open blooms showcasing prominent golden stamens |
| Fragrance | Medium to strong fruity fragrance with subtle spicy notes |
| Vase Life | Approximately 5–7 days |
| Disease Resistance | Excellent resistance to black spot and powdery mildew |
Why Choose Eyes for You Rose?
Few roses are as instantly recognizable as Eyes for You. Its dramatic purple eye contrasts beautifully against soft pastel petals, creating an almost hand-painted effect that draws attention from across the garden. Every bloom offers slightly different color intensity depending on weather and temperature, making each flowering cycle unique.
Beyond its remarkable appearance, this variety offers repeat blooming, an attractive fruity fragrance, and excellent disease resistance. It is perfect for cottage gardens, mixed borders, pollinator-friendly landscapes, and gardeners looking for an unusual conversation-piece rose. While it appreciates some afternoon shade in very hot climates, it rewards growers with continuous displays of unforgettable flowers throughout the season.
Garden Highlights
- Unique lavender blooms with a dramatic deep purple eye.
- Medium to rich fruity fragrance with subtle spicy notes.
- Healthy 2-year-old live plant with vigorous roots.
- Flowers repeatedly from spring through autumn.
- Excellent resistance to black spot and powdery mildew.
- Ideal for cottage gardens, borders, and specimen planting.
- Highly attractive to bees and other pollinators.
- Distinctive collector's rose with ever-changing bloom colors.
- Perfect for gardeners seeking an uncommon and eye-catching variety.
Shipping Rates
Each order is carefully packed and shipped to you. Shipping rates are determined by the order total:
Under $148: $50
$149 or more: Free
At this time, we ship to addresses within the United States. For international orders, please contact us directly, and we’ll work with you to find a suitable logistics solution.
Delivery Time
We typically need 5–7 business days to process orders, and shipping usually takes another 3–5 business days.
Bare Root Roses Shipping
Bare root roses are live plants with seasonal availability. To ensure the best chance of success, we schedule shipments according to the appropriate planting window for your region, generally between January and May and September and December. Depending on your order date, delivery may occur in the following planting season.
Returns
We take great pride in the quality of our roses and the care that goes into packaging each order. All shipments are sent via USPS, UPS, or FedEx. In the rare event that your roses arrive in unsatisfactory condition, please contact us within 48 hours at support@molarose.com. We’ll do our best to send a replacement of the same or a comparable variety, subject to availability. Alternatively, you may choose to keep the purchase amount as credit for a future order. Or you may return the roses after obtaining our approval, and we will issue a refund once we receive them.
Because roses are perishable items, we are unable to accept any returns or refund requests made without our prior authorization.
Refunds
If you wish to cancel your order and request a refund prior to shipment, please reach out to us promptly. We usually need 3 business days to process the refund, and an additional 7 business days for the credit to be reflected in your account.
Plant Warranty & Replacement Policy
At Mola Rose, we stand behind the quality of our plants and want you to feel confident shopping with us.
If your plant arrives dead, please email us at support@molarose.com within 48 hours of delivery with your order number and clear photos. Once confirmed, we will provide a free replacement.
We also offer a 30-day warranty from the date of delivery. If your plant dies within that period, please contact us with your order number and clear photos. Approved claims will receive a free replacement with the next order.
Please note that we are unable to offer free replacements for plants reported more than 30 days after delivery.
Please note that free replacements under the 30-day warranty are shipped with your next order, not as a separate shipment.
Thank you for your understanding and for choosing Mola Rose.
Rose Planting and Care Guide
Light
Roses thrive in sunlight. During the growing season, they need at least 6 hours of direct light each day. Without sufficient light, they may not bloom — or the blooms may not fully develop.
Temperature
Roses prefer a cool to warm climate, with an optimal temperature range of 18–28°C. When temperatures exceed 33°C, growth may slow. If exposed to intense sun and high heat, provide some shade during midday.
Soil
Use loose, well-aerated, nutrient-rich soil with good drainage. A recommended mix: 40% peat moss, 20% coconut coir, and 40% garden soil.
Water & Fertilizer
Water regularly, but be careful not to overwater. When planting, use organic sheep manure as a base fertilizer. For weekly feeding, a diluted water-soluble fertilizer works well throughout all stages of growth.
Pruning
Prune regularly based on growth needs. Remove diseased branches, deadwood, thin stems, overly dense growth, spent blooms, and excessively long branches by cutting them back. When removing old branches, cut them off at the base.
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