Oso Easy® Lemon Zest® Shrub Rose

Rosa x 'Chewhocan'

Proven Winners®

Brilliant Lemon-Yellow Blooms that Never Fade, Plus Non-Stop Reblooming All Season Long
Cold Hardy: Thrives in Zones 4-9
Grows 2-3 ft Tall and Wide
Sweetly Fragrant Flowers
Perfect for Hedge in Cottage Gardens

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

Sunlight: Full sun is essential for this rose, meaning at least 6 to 8 hours of direct light daily. While it can handle a bit of afternoon shade in very hot climates, less sun usually results in fewer of those bright yellow blooms and a higher risk of powdery mildew.
Soil: These roses prefer rich, well-drained soil that feels like a wrung-out sponge. If you have heavy clay, mix in some organic compost to improve drainage, or plant in a slight mound to keep the roots from sitting in stagnant water.

Watering Requirements

During the first growing season, water deeply two to three times a week to help the roots dive deep into the soil. Once established, Oso Easy® Lemon Zest® is quite drought tolerant, but providing a consistent inch of water per week prevents the plant from dropping leaves or producing smaller flowers. Avoid overhead watering by aiming your hose at the base of the plant to keep the foliage dry and disease free.

Pruning Tips

This shrub rose blooms on new wood, so the best time to prune is in early spring just as the new buds begin to swell. Think of it like a spring haircut: cut the entire plant back by about one third of its total height to encourage a flush of fresh, vigorous growth and more flower buds. Removing dead or crossing branches at this time also improves airflow, which keeps the center of the shrub healthy.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow release rose fertilizer in early spring and again in midsummer to fuel the repeat blooming cycle. Avoid using high nitrogen fertilizers after August because this can trigger soft, tender growth that won't have time to harden off before the first frost. This late season growth is easily damaged by winter cold, which can invite pests or rot into the main structure of the rose.

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Ships in 7-10 business days • Tracking provided • Weather protected

Under $50	$9.99
$50 - $99.99	$14.99
$100 - $149.99	$16.99
$150 - $198.99	$24.99
$199+	FREE

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Understanding Our Container Sizes

At Nature Hills, our plants are sold in industry-standard nursery containers. You will notice we use the word "container" rather than "gallon." Container numbers follow a nursery trade size standard, not liquid volume. The number tells you the plant's size category and general maturity level. A larger container means a more established plant with a stronger root system.

Container Sizes

Quart

Plant age: 6 months to 1 year
Best for: Ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses
What to expect: Our smallest and most affordable size. Well-suited for planting in multiples across a large area. Allow 1 to 2 seasons for full establishment.

#1 Container

Plant age: 1 to 2 years
Best for: Shrubs, perennials, smaller trees
What to expect: About the size of a large coffee can. A well-developed root system in a manageable size. Good value choice when you have time to let the plant grow into the space over a season or two.

#2 Container

Plant age: 2 to 3 years
Best for: Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment
What to expect: A noticeable step up from a #1 in both plant size and root development. Good choice when you want visible presence without going to a larger size.

#3 Container

Plant age: 3 to 4 years
Best for: Most plants, most situations — flowering trees, shade trees, evergreen shrubs
What to expect: Our most popular size. Strong, developed root system. Plants in a #3 container make an immediate visual impact from day one. If you want a head start rather than waiting seasons for a plant to fill in, this is typically the right choice.

#5 Container and Larger

Plant age: 4 to 5+ years
Best for: Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact
What to expect: Large, mature plants ready to make an immediate statement in your landscape. We also carry #7 and larger sizes for select varieties.

Why "Container" and Not "Gallon"?

Nursery container sizes follow an industry trade standard established for the nursery and horticulture industry. The number is a size designation, not a measurement of liquid volume. Actual soil volume varies by plant type, root mass, and growing medium. Using "container" is the accurate industry term. When you see #1, #2, or #3, think of it as the plant's size tier, not a gallon measurement.

Root Pouch Containers

Some Nature Hills plants arrive in a Root Pouch, a breathable fabric container made from 100% recycled materials. Root Pouches encourage denser root development through air pruning, which discourages root circling and promotes a stronger, more fibrous root ball at the time of planting.

Plants growing in Root Pouch fabric containers, showing the breathable woven fabric construction

There are two types. Knowing which one you have changes how you plant:

Degradable (brown or tan fabric): Plant the entire pouch directly in the ground. The fabric breaks down naturally in the soil over time.
Non-degradable (black or gray fabric): Remove the pouch before planting. Cut the bottom open with scissors, then peel the sides away. The fibrous root ball will hold its shape.

Not sure which type you have? Check the tag on your plant or contact us and we will confirm.

Full Root Pouch planting guide

Choosing the Right Size

Size	Plant Age	Best For
Quart	6 mo to 1 yr	Ground covers, perennials, grasses. Budget-friendly for mass plantings.
#1 Container	1 to 2 yrs	Shrubs, perennials, small trees. Value choice for patient gardeners.
#2 Container	2 to 3 yrs	Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment.
#3 Container	3 to 4 yrs	Most plants. Immediate visual impact. Our most popular size.
#5 and larger	4+ yrs	Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact.

Still not sure which size is right for your project? Our plant specialists are happy to help. Contact us and we will point you in the right direction.

Plant specifications
Plant Characteristics	Cold hardy, Flowering, Reblooming, Disease resistant, Attracts pollinators, Heat Tolerant, Container Friendly
Hardiness Zone	5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b
Sunlight	Full sun
Height	2-3 ft
Width	2-3 ft
Watering Needs	Moderate
Preferred Soil	Clay, Loamy, Peaty, Sandy
Growth Rate	Moderate
Growth Habit	Bushy, Upright
Blooms In	Spring, Summer, Fall
Flower Color	Yellow
Foliage Color	Green
Fragrant	Yes
Suitable Space	Indoors, Outdoors
Plant Name	Rose
Botanical Name	Rosa x 'Chewhocan'
Species	x
Cultivar	Chewhocan
Class	Magnoliopsida, Rosales
Does Not Ship To	AK, HI, ID, MT, PR

Are brilliant yellow Roses your absolute favorite? We totally get it...they become like a visual pep talk, don't they? Do you also have the requirement that your Rose is an easy-care plant? Then you'll know why we are so thrilled to grow exceptional Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Oso Easy® Lemon Zest Shrub Rose (Rosa x 'Chewhocan'). It has proven itself again and again in field tests!

The brilliant lemon-yellow flowers hold their color all season without fading. They'll look perfect in a vase with plenty of glossy green foliage placed as an effective contrast. Lemon Zest® Shrub Rose smells heavenly and reblooms in successive flowering flushes over many months. Don't be shy about taking blooms for indoor arrangements during the season. They'll make long-lasting blooms in the vase, and are a lovely hostess gift.

They'll grow into a symmetrical mound that is absolutely covered in pretty yellow buds and blooms! Fragrant Lemon Zest® is very free-flowering, covering itself in blooms all summer and into the fall every year without fail. Highly scented Oso Easy® Roses were bred to be beautifully rugged and trustworthy. Whether you are a beginning gardener or have many years of experience, these happy blooms will make your garden shine all season long.

No wonder Lemon Zest® is the winner of an Award of Excellence from the American Rose Society. It has proven itself with constant bright color and excellent disease resistance, so you know that this Landscaping Shrub Rose is going to be a fantastic performer in your own garden. The sunshine-colored blooms are even self-cleaning...so you never have to prune or deadhead! No need to worry about Rose diseases like Black Spot or powdery mildew.

Planting and Application:

Weave Lemon Zest® throughout Butterfly or Cut Flower Gardens, and include them near Victory Gardens. There aren't many plants that produce so many nectar-rich blooms over the long growing season! Get a picture-perfect yard with the help of these vibrant Roses. Place them 18 inches apart for a showy flowering hedge that charms everyone who passes by.

Call them the modern version of the white picket fence. At once classic and contemporary, Lemon Zest® Roses can fill a wide, open area with bold color and sweet scent. You'll turn a bland corner into a spectacular garden feature! Simply place them in saturated sunlight and mass them to add eye-catching professional polish.

This upright Rose can be effectively grown in the ground or in containers. Perhaps you need to spice up the look of your foundation or patio plantings. What better choice, either in the ground or growing as "Thrillers" in sleek outdoor containers?

This juicy free-flowering shrub really shines on the south side of mature evergreen trees! Run a drift of Lemon Zest® in a new mulched bed. Keep the lines straight, or create a flowing, organically inspired free-form planting bed. There is something about bold yellow offset by crisp evergreens - it’s like a match made in Heaven!

Yellow mixes so well with other hues from scarlet to pink. It's an exceptional contrast for purple and blue-toned blooms and is a knockout companion with white flowering perennials and shrubs.

Canary-Yellow Flowers Stay Bright!
Fragrant Blooms Won't Fade to White
Exceptional Quality - Award-Winning Landscape Shrub Rose
Perfect Mass Planting Candidate & Great in Containers
Bright Blooms for Cut Flower Gardens & Pollinators

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Plant Oso Easy® Lemon Zest® Landscaping Rose in a place with plenty of full sun and air circulation. They need at least six hours of direct light a day for strong stems and the best flower power. Provide a moderate amount of water on a regular basis. Maximize the performance with Nature Hills Root Booster during planting, then mulch to a depth of 3-4 inches, pulling it back away from the stems. Container-grown plants need well-drained soil and a careful schedule of water. Try drip irrigation systems to make things very easy on yourself. Rake and bag all fallen foliage in late fall.

Prune in early spring down to eight inches, and fertilize at that time per the directions. Want more info about pruning Roses, about winterizing Roses, and un-wintering Roses in spring? Check out Nature Hills #ProPlantTips Garden Blog!

Full Sun
Moderate Moisture Needs
Appreciates Mulched Beds & Well-Drained Soil
Prune in Early Spring
Self-Cleaning Flowers Require No Deadheading
Very Cold Hardy & Heat Tolerant

Lemon Zest® is a crowd favorite that keeps that delicious color coming all season. Treat yourself, and place your order today! Order plenty of Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Oso Easy® Lemon Zest® Landscaping Shrub Rose from the expert growers at Nature Hills. You'll cherish these fragrant, fun, and flirty blooms for many years!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Oso Easy® Lemon Zest® Shrub Rose require full sun or how much sunlight does it need?

Oso Easy® Lemon Zest® performs best in full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal blooming and disease resistance. Like most roses, it can tolerate partial sun but will produce fewer flowers. Plant in the sunniest spot available for maximum bloom production.

What are the planting and spacing requirements for Oso Easy® Lemon Zest® Shrub Rose?

Plant Oso Easy® Lemon Zest® roses 3-4 feet apart to allow for their symmetrical mounding growth habit. These hardy shrub roses thrive in full sun with well-draining soil and perform reliably across multiple hardiness zones. Space them throughout butterfly gardens or as landscaping accents for continuous yellow blooms all season.

Is Oso Easy® Lemon Zest® Shrub Rose disease-resistant and does it need spraying?

Oso Easy® Lemon Zest® offers excellent disease resistance against common rose problems like black spot and powdery mildew. This Award of Excellence winner from the American Rose Society was specifically bred for rugged performance without spraying. Skip the fungicide treatments and enjoy worry-free blooms all season.

How do I care for Oso Easy® Lemon Zest® Shrub Rose, including watering and pruning?

Oso Easy® Lemon Zest® requires minimal care thanks to its self-cleaning blooms and excellent disease resistance. Water regularly during establishment, then these drought-tolerant roses need only occasional deep watering. No deadheading or frequent pruning required - just light pruning in late winter to maintain shape.

Will the flowers on Oso Easy® Lemon Zest® Shrub Rose get bigger than dime-sized blooms?

Oso Easy® Lemon Zest® produces full-sized rose blooms that are much larger than dime-sized flowers. These brilliant lemon-yellow blooms are substantial enough for cutting and create long-lasting indoor arrangements. Shop Nature Hills for this Award of Excellence winner.

How is Oso Easy® Lemon Zest® Shrub Rose shipped and what if it sits in transit for days?

Oso Easy® Lemon Zest® arrives as a well-established potted plant ready for immediate planting. These rugged, disease-resistant roses handle shipping stress exceptionally well due to their proven durability. Plant promptly upon arrival and water thoroughly to help establish roots.

What is the warranty or guarantee period for Oso Easy® Lemon Zest® Shrub Rose after purchase?

Nature Hills offers a one-year guarantee on all roses, including the Oso Easy® Lemon Zest®. This Award of Excellence winner is exceptionally reliable with proven disease resistance and self-cleaning blooms. Contact customer service within the first year if your rose fails to establish properly.

What soil type does Oso Easy® Lemon Zest® Shrub Rose prefer, like well-drained?

Oso Easy® Lemon Zest® thrives in well-drained soil and tolerates various soil types once established. This hardy shrub rose adapts to different conditions while maintaining its disease resistance. Plant in location with good drainage to prevent root issues and ensure optimal blooming performance.