The product page contains several data points to help You make the right choice: product type, quality, variety quality, identifiers, groups and horticultural characteristics. This knowledge base page explains what these fields mean, how they can be used when deciding, and why traceability matters (label, identification, varietal purity). Which piece of information would You like to be absolutely sure about now?
A consistent, easy-to-read naming format that presents the rose variety name, colour and breeder in one line.
In short: Retail, own-root garden rose in a container (2-litre pot), for family gardens. Easy to handle, general-purpose product type.
Easy care, long lifespan, reliable start – ideal for typical family gardens.
In short: Premium, own-root rose in a 6-litre pot for representative spaces. Pre-grown plant that is “ready to impress” with immediate ornamental value.
“Ready-made garden” experience – premium rose compositions for high aesthetic expectations.
In short: Own-root roses for large areas, mass planting and sustainable maintenance. Innovative root-wrapped system: without wax coating and cold storage over-keeping (not a classic bare-rooted, root-wrapped product type).
Sustainable rose displays with fewer chemicals and lower maintenance requirements – designed for the long term.
In short: Own-root roses for large-scale projects, hedges, long row plantings and roadside schemes. Enables rapid planting, good fault tolerance and durable, uniform coverage at high plant numbers. Innovative root-wrapped format: without wax coating and cold storage over-keeping (not a classic bare-root rose).
A true “workhorse” for contractors – fast, robust, uniform rose coverage in major projects.
In short: Own-root rose propagation material for professional production and wholesale. Tray-rooted, 3–6-month-old, own-root cuttings for further propagation and growing on.
Professional rose propagation material – a reliable foundation for nursery production and wholesale supply.
Product quality describes the physical parameters and development stage of the rose on delivery. It includes container size (e.g. C2 ≈ 2 litres), plant age/development (e.g. 0.5–1 year), number of shoots (e.g. 2+ shoots), and height at time of shipping (e.g. H15–25 cm). The plant is always dispatched in a season-appropriate condition (dormant, sprouting or in leaf), following its natural growth cycle.
At PharmaRosa only rose varieties with verified origin are grown. The varieties are propagated vegetatively, so the offspring are genetically identical to the mother plant and varietal traits are reliably preserved.
From propagation through to sale, identification is traceable: varieties are marked with unique identifiers, so varietal identity is continuously checked throughout the entire production and logistics chain.
“Variety quality” is PharmaRosa’s own classification which indicates the value and market status of the rose (availability, exclusivity, royalties/licensing).
Our quality categories:
• Standard: Widely available, also offered elsewhere, non-royalty varieties.
• Premium bronze: Non-royalty varieties, but with limited availability.
• Premium silver: Varieties with limited availability; may be subject to royalties, but are not mass-market products.
• Premium gold: Royalty varieties, novelties and rarities – the most exclusive level of the range.
The unique product identifier of the variety.
The literal meaning or story behind the name (e.g. a person, place, event or mood), which helps You understand the history of the variety.
The same variety may have been sold under different names in other countries, markets or periods; these are the “other names”.
The officially registered (breeder’s) variety name, which is the most stable identifier from a legal and registration point of view.
As an important addition: in legal terms, only roses with a registered variety name can be treated as a variety, because this provides the basis for registration and, where applicable, plant variety protection.
The name under which the variety was first introduced to the market (initial marketing name).
An earlier designation that is now rarely used, but may still appear in old catalogues and literature.
The customer-friendly name displayed on the product page: it consistently includes the currently used marketing name of the rose and – where available – the registered variety name as well. It also contains the collection name (if the variety belongs to a series) or, in its absence, the PharmaRosa commercial group. The breeder’s name appears at the end (breeding house/company name or, failing that, the name of the individual breeder).
The name format accepted at ARS (American Rose Society) shows/lists; a reference point for collectors and in show contexts.
Horticultural classification indicating the origin and type of the rose, as well as its growth and flowering pattern (e.g. Hybrid Tea, Floribunda, Large-Flowered Climber). For consistency with source literature, group names are shown in English. A variety may belong to several groups separated by commas – together these describe its character.
Within PharmaRosa’s classification system this is a refining category within the commercial group. While the commercial group provides the broad “what is it for” classification, the commercial type describes the rose’s character and appearance in more detail and better aligns its use with its growth/botanical character.
In simple terms: the group gives You the general direction, while the commercial type pinpoints the habit, style and the garden situations where it works best (for example climbing/rambling character, park or landscape shrub rose, groundcover habit, or historical subgroups).
The basic (broadest) category in PharmaRosa’s own classification system. These groups quickly indicate what the rose is for: its growth character, the space it requires and the garden settings where it performs best.
Important: this is not a botanical classification, but a customer-oriented grouping to support decision-making.
Our groups in brief:
• Bed rose
For flowerbeds and larger areas, typically bushy types that produce many flowers. Ideal where You want mass effect and long-lasting colour.
• Botanical rose
Roses close to the wild species and species hybrids; often robust and characterful, and many form hips. More suitable for a “wilder”, natural feel.
• Climbing and rambling rose
Long-stemmed roses that can be trained on supports (pergolas, fences, walls, arches). Ideal when You wish to cover vertical surfaces or create spatial boundaries.
• Miniature – dwarf rose
Low, compact roses for borders, containers and smaller spaces. Practical where space is limited or a tidy, small-scale look is desired.
• Park – shrub rose
More vigorous, larger roses with a greater space requirement. Work well as specimens, in larger beds, as background plants or informal hedges.
• Romantic rose
A mood and style group: lush, classic flower forms with a nostalgic overall impression, often combined with a rich fragrance. Ideal if You wish to emphasise the romantic character of Your garden.
• Groundcover
Low, wide-spreading roses that cover the ground and quickly form a closed carpet; they can also be useful on slopes.
• Hybrid Tea rose
Classic, large-flowered, elegant roses, often with a pronounced “main flower”. A good choice where flower beauty and a striking display are the main priorities.
• Historical rose
A group with the character of old garden roses, with traditional habit and classic character. Recommended where You are looking for an “old garden” atmosphere and the habit itself is an ornamental feature.
Show/competition-based classification (shape, fullness, type) aligned with exhibition standards.
Breeder or brand collection (series) indicating a common style, breeding goals or brand labelling.
The company/organisation that first introduced the variety to the market (first major distributor).
The year of first broader market appearance (not always the same as the year of registration).
The year of official registration (this may differ by country/registry).
The person who created the variety, to whose name the breeding is linked.
The company or institute providing the background to the breeding work that the variety is associated with.
The (estimated or documented) year when the main step of crossing/selection took place.
The genetic background of the variety (which varieties were crossed), which often explains its characteristics.
Long-term, high-ranking awards (such as “hall of fame”-type distinctions) that indicate the lasting importance of the variety.
Recommendations from independent organisations/test systems (e.g. health, reliability, landscape use).
Prizes won at shows and competitions, often based on flower form, appearance, fragrance or overall effect.
Experience-based, community or expert recommendations (not official awards) that reflect practical performance.
The expected shrub height of a mature plant under suitable conditions; climate and pruning can influence this.
The expected width/diameter of the mature shrub; important for planning planting distances.
The overall appearance of the plant (upright, bushy, spreading, arching), which determines ornamental value and space requirements.
Leaf size, colour, gloss, density and the general impression of plant health.
Botanically roses have prickles (commonly referred to as “thorns”). Their number varies by variety and can be a varietal trait. Our categories: almost thornless, moderately thorny, densely thorny.
Indicates how easily spent blooms “disappear” on their own (petals dropping, flower head detaching).
Short, scale-like assessment (e.g. weak–moderate–good) that also suggests the level of maintenance required.
Flower morphology: The structure and appearance of the flower (shape, fullness, size, arrangement), a key factor in many purchasing decisions.
The typical number of petals per flower, one of the main foundations of perceived fullness. In the PharmaRosa system, this is given as a range: 5–12, 13–25, 26–39, 26–40, 40+.
The description of fullness, which is closely linked to the number of petals. Our categories (with indicative petal number ranges):
• Single: 5–12 petals
• Semi-double: 13–25 petals
• Double: 26–39 (sometimes 26–40) petals
• Fully double: 40+ petals
The form of the flower (e.g. cupped, globular, rosette, high-centred), which determines style and exhibition character.
The typical flower diameter in centimetres; this influences impact and proportions. Categories: S (1–4 cm), M (4–7 cm), L (7–10 cm), XL (10 cm+).
The typical number of flowers per stem (solitary or cluster flowering).
Standardised colour reference (e.g. colour chart code) that helps describe the shade more precisely.
The ability to flower again: after the first flush, how reliably and how abundantly it produces subsequent waves of blooms.
In the PharmaRosa system:
• Flowers strongly again, with a plentiful second flush.
• Repeat flowering, but the second flush is less abundant.
• Once-flowering, flowers only once.
The change in colour of the rose and the “life journey” of the flower from bud to fading (closed bud, freshly opening flower, fully open flower, pre-fade stage), as well as how it reacts to environmental factors.
Important: colour is a variable characteristic, so descriptions are indicative. Colour expression may be influenced by, among other things:
• Time of day (the same flower looks different in different light),
• Temperature (colours often appear richer in cool weather and paler/faded in heat),
• the level of nutrient supply (overall condition and load).
Overall main colour impression (e.g. pink, apricot, white, bicolour).
More detailed description of the dominant shade and character (tones, edge, eye, veining).
The colour and appearance of the bud before opening (often different from the open flower in many varieties).
The colour pattern in the early opening phase when the petals are still saturated.
The colour and character of the fully open flower – this is what You will see most often in the garden.
The colour in the final stage of opening, when tonal shifts or fading are common.
How and under what conditions the colour changes (sun, heat, rain, time) and in which direction it shifts.
Short assessment of how intense the colour remains throughout the flowering period.
The intensity and profile of the fragrance (which “notes” You may detect: for example fruity, citrus, spicy, damask).
Important: fragrance and aroma are subjective and variable. Intensity is influenced by time of day, temperature, humidity, wind, flower development stage and plant condition; individual sensitivity to scents also plays a role.
Fragrance descriptions are based on PharmaRosa’s experience and breeder data, and are designed mainly for comparison.
The intensity and character of the fragrance (e.g. weak–strong), and a brief outline of the main fragrance profile.
Description of the “notes” (e.g. citrus, fruity, spicy, damask) that helps You choose.
How frequently the flowers are visited by pollinators; flower shape, access to stamens and fragrance all play a role.
A simple indication that the variety is expected to be beneficial for pollinators (and under what conditions).
Information on whether fragrance and petal characteristics may make it suitable for home-made or industrial use (described in a responsible, cautious way).
The “berry” that appears on roses is in fact a false fruit.
What does false fruit mean?
A true fruit develops from the ovary of the flower. In roses, the red-orange “hip” consists mainly of the thickened, fleshy part of the flower’s receptacle, which means that fruit formation involves more than just the ovary. Inside the hip are the rose’s true fruits (tiny achenes) containing the seeds.
The ornamental value of rose hips varies by variety: some types produce showy, long-lasting hips, while others bear few or no hips at all.
The appearance and ornamental value of the hip, as well as its practical importance.
Shape (round, oval, bottle-shaped, etc.).
Typical colour when ripe (orange, red, burgundy, etc.).
Any additional information (persistence, quantity, ornamental value, vitamin C content).
Disease resistance and winter hardiness: Summary of cold and heat tolerance and behaviour in relation to diseases (depending on environment).
The estimated minimum temperature that a well-established plant can survive without damage (protection, soil and wind all matter).
The RHS (Royal Horticultural Society) hardiness rating, indicating tolerance by category.
Scandinavian/Swedish hardiness zone classification providing guidance for northern climates.
Classification according to the USDA zone system; actual performance is also influenced by microclimate and plant vigour.
Short text explaining how it copes with summer heat, sun and drought (and under what care conditions).
Scale-like rating of how well it tolerates summer heat and shorter dry periods under average garden conditions. Our labels: weak, good, excellent, moderate, very good.
Values are based on practical observations, breeder data and other reliable sources, and are primarily for comparison. Disease resistance is influenced by nutrient supply, climatic factors (temperature, precipitation, humidity) and also by air movement and leaf drying time.
In the PharmaRosa system, disease resistance levels are:
• resistant
• moderate
• susceptible
• very susceptible
We indicate resistance on two levels:
1. General value (overall picture of the variety’s health behaviour)
2. Disease-specific value (e.g. powdery mildew / black spot / rust)
Note: ratings are based on average infection pressure; in unfavourable seasons or in persistently humid, shady positions symptoms may be more severe.
Gardening recommendations: Practical advice on planting and maintenance to help the variety perform at its best.
The suggested spacing between plants that gives them enough room to develop, allows the foliage to dry in a well-ventilated way and keeps shrubs easy to shape in the long term. This helps prevent overcrowding and reduces the risk of disease.
Recommended distance also depends on how the same variety is used:
• Mass planting: for continuous, uniform coverage.
• Hedges: for a denser, more closed effect.
• As a specimen: where the individual shrub shape should stand out on its own.
Note: recommendations are also influenced by expected width and microclimate (in windy, sunny spots spacing can be slightly closer; in more humid, semi-shaded places it is better to plant a little further apart).
Recommended number of plants per square metre; especially useful for designing beds and rows. It shows how many rose plants on average are used per m² in a given layout, helping plan plant numbers and anticipate canopy closure (mass effect, coverage, air circulation).
Density is also influenced by layout:
• In square planting, row and plant spacing are the same and plants stand in parallel rows.
• Advantage: easy to visualise, measure out and plant, and rows are simpler to maintain.
• In hexagonal (honeycomb) layout, rows are offset and plants are arranged in a “zigzag”.
• Advantage: often provides more even coverage and faster closure; with the same planting distance more plants generally fit into the same area.
Partial shade tolerance indicates how well the rose performs with less direct sunlight and how healthy and floriferous it remains in such positions.
Partial shade usually means a site where the plant receives around 3–6 hours of direct sun per day (often morning or late afternoon sun) and the rest of the time is in diffuse light.
If You plant a non shade-tolerant variety in partial shade, it will likely flower less and show reduced disease resistance (especially if foliage dries more slowly).
The “work level” of care (pruning, spraying, feeding, watering) in brief. Mostly indicates the level of plant protection needed.
Typical locations/roles (specimen, bed, hedge, cutting, terrace) where the variety truly excels.
Notes: Any information that does not fit into the other fields but may still be useful for the customer.
Short, essential summary of the main advantages of the variety (ideally based on distinct groups of characteristics).
Recommended plant combinations that work well in terms of colour, habit, texture, flowering time or ecological function.
Further information on the variety (e.g. level of urban tolerance, behaviour in rainy weather).
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