The outer petals are full, deep pink, while the inner surface is a paler, pastel pink. - flowerbed floribunda rose - very strong, far-smelling rose - fruity, rose-scented
– Strong, far-reaching Parfuma® fragrance
– Charming violet-pink, very double blooms
– Reliable repeat flowering from summer onwards
– ADR-awarded health and disease resistance
– Compact, upright habit for beds and borders
– Special feature: Medal-winning perfume at Kortrijk and The Hague.
Low-maintenance – Eco-friendly garden design
darinaROSE® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
21,00 £
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FREIFRAU CAROLINE® – pink bedding floribunda rose – Kordes
Created for relaxed, romantic borders, FREIFRAU CAROLINE® surrounds everyday life with a sense of cottage charm: clusters of fragrant, richly double, violet-pink blooms on a compact, upright structure. This own-root Parfuma® rose is bred for reliable health and low-fuss maintenance, ideal where breeze and showers can sweep in from the sea, bringing challenging weather and high disease pressure. In a small family plot or a town garden, it offers reassuring continuity: once planted, roots establish, shoots strengthen, then the full display builds over several seasons with minimal intervention. Perfect for edging, beds, and large containers, adding lasting romance and storybook atmosphere to your afternoon-tea retreat.
Close view of Freifrau Caroline® showing the inner flower structure.
Freifrau Caroline® Parfuma® with dense, matt dark green foliage.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front of mixed cottage-style border
The compact, upright growth and dense foliage keep the front of the border neat while still delivering generous clusters of double blooms, so you enjoy a traditional, richly flowered look without plants flopping onto paths or lawns, ideal for a relaxed English-countryside feel for the romantic cottage gardener
Low, fragrant flowering hedge
Planted at hedge spacing, the bushy habit knits into a continuous, shoulder-height ribbon of pink that flowers repeatedly, giving privacy and scent along boundaries or around seating areas with very little pruning beyond an annual tidy, suiting the privacy-loving home owner
Small family flower bed near the terrace
Its very strong, far-reaching scent and repeat flowering make it ideal beside patios where families sit or children play, providing colour and perfume all summer without demanding high skill or constant deadheading, which helps the busy family gardener
Raised beds or borders on heavier soils
This rose handles typical British conditions and resists common fungal problems, so when planted into well-prepared, freely draining soil or raised beds it performs steadily even where the ground is heavier and damp, reassuring the time-poor beginner
Large containers from 40–50 litres upwards
The moderate height and upright habit sit beautifully in a substantial pot, and as an own-root plant it re-sprouts reliably if cut back or moved, giving a long-lived feature rose for balconies or paved courtyards that works well for the space-conscious urban gardener
Mixed rose groups and bedding schemes
Clustered, medium-sized flowers lend themselves to mass planting, creating a full colour-block effect that repeats through the season, while the even structure stays coherent in groups, easing layout decisions for the design-oriented hobbyist
Part-shaded cottage and kitchen gardens
Tolerant of partial shade, this variety continues to flower where sun is filtered by fruit trees, sheds, or taller shrubs, so you can thread romantic colour between vegetables and herbs without needing a perfectly open aspect, supporting the kitchen-garden traditionalist
Long-term feature in established family gardens
As an own-root rose it matures steadily into a durable, well-anchored shrub, capable of regenerating from its base and maintaining ornamental value for many years, even after harder pruning or minor neglect, which appeals to the long-view home owner
Styling ideas
Tea-Table Border – Edge a terrace with a low line of FREIFRAU CAROLINE® under a simple wooden arbour, pairing with lavender and catmint for scent and soft movement – ideal for lovers of slow afternoon-tea moments.
Kitchen-Garden Charm – Weave the rose between rows of herbs, beans, and old fruit trees, letting its perfume and pink tones soften productive beds – perfect for cottage-style kitchen gardeners who value both beauty and utility.
Romantic Hedge – Plant a narrow, repeating line along a garden path, interspersed with white foxgloves and airy grasses so the flowers brush your shoulder as you walk – suited to those wanting a storybook garden walk.
CourtYard Focus – In a 50-litre clay pot beside the back door, underplant with trailing thyme and small violas to enjoy colour and scent every time you step outside – best for compact urban plots needing one strong focal point.
Evening Seating Nook – Group three plants behind a garden bench with soft white astrantia and pale campanulas, creating a scented backdrop that glows in dusky light – appealing to homeowners who unwind outdoors after work.
Technical cultivar profile
Trait
Data
Name and registration
Floribunda bed rose, Parfuma® collection; registered as KORbevmahe, marketed as Freifrau Caroline® Parfuma® KORbevmahe, named in memory of Caroline Freifrau von Esebeck.
Origin and breeding
Bred by W. Kordes’ Söhne in Germany, introduced and registered in 2017; floribunda type with unknown parentage, selected for fragrance, health, and reliable garden performance.
Awards and recognition
ADR award Germany 2019 for tested garden performance; silver medal and Best Fragrance at Kortrijk 2019; Certificate of Merit at The Hague International Rose Trials 2020.
Growth and structural characteristics
Upright, bushy shrub reaching 70–100 cm high and 45–60 cm wide, moderately thorny, with dense, dark green matt foliage giving a compact, well-clothed appearance in borders or beds.
Flower morphology
Very double, cupped blooms with 40+ petals, medium-sized and usually borne in clusters; remontant, with a generous second flush that maintains decorative impact through the main season.
Colour data and phenology
Rich deep pink outer petals and paler pastel inner surfaces; buds dark crimson-pink, opening to violet-pink discs whose edges gradually lighten, with good overall colour retention before petal fall.
Fragrance and aroma
Very strong, far-reaching fruity rose scent, bred for ornamental enjoyment rather than pollinator support; dense petal structure conceals stamens, enhancing perfume but limiting insect accessibility.
Hip characteristics
Hip set is usually sparse due to very full flowers; occasional small, globular orange-red hips around 9–12 mm may develop, offering modest additional seasonal interest late in the year.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Rated resistant to black spot, powdery mildew, and rust; winter-hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7), suitable for most UK regions with routine watering during prolonged dry spells.
Horticultural recommendations
Low-maintenance rose for beds, edging, and groups; plant 30–55 cm apart depending on use, in sun or partial shade; prefers well-drained soil and benefits from light annual pruning and feeding.
FREIFRAU CAROLINE® offers strong fragrance, compact structure, and reliable health in a long-lived own-root form that repays a simple planting with years of romantic colour, making it a thoughtful choice for quietly elegant family gardens.
Competition and Show Awards:
Kortrijk, Belgium – Silver medal + Best Fragrance award, International Rose Competition (2019); The Hague, Netherlands – Certificate of Merit, International Rose Trials (2020)
Flower Colour Description:
The outer petals are full, deep pink, while the inner surface is a paler, pastel pink.
Closed Bud:
Dark crimson-pink with a subtle purplish sheen at the tip.
Newly Opened Flower:
The outer petals are vivid deep pink, while the centre has a slightly mauve tone.
Full Bloom:
Rich violet-pink disc, the base of the inner petals with a pale rosy reverse.
Before Fading:
Their edges fade to a pale pink while the centre remains a clear, deep pink.
Colour Fading Description:
During opening, the deep pink tone at the petal edges lightens to a pale pink, while the centre remains vivid, deep pink throughout.
Hip Comment:
Hip formation is expected to be slight due to the double flowers; occasionally it may produce globular, orange‑red hips 9–12 mm in diameter.
Our product is a rose grown with pharmaROSA®’s unique cultivation technology!
2-litre, own-root, potted rose.
With a shoot system appropriate to the season.
With a root system that thoroughly permeates the growing medium.
Quality compliant with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
Supplied in unique packaging that prevents damage.
Can be planted during frost-free periods.
True-to-variety rose bush with a unique identifier.
The pharmaROSA® own-root potted rose is a well-rooted plant that supports reliable establishment when planted and cared for properly, so it can be planted whenever the soil is not frozen.
Crop overview: several varieties and growth stages in a short crop section.Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.Root system: demonstration of a vigorous root system permeating the growing medium, by removing the pot.Balance: mature plant with root system and shoots in harmony with each other.
Information about the videos
The video series is not a “seasonal showcase”; it illustrates the essence of pharmaROSA® own-root cultivation in a tangible way: how the plant is built up, what the root system is like and how the shoot system regenerates. The recordings were therefore made at different times and with plants at various stages of development, so mixed foliage levels and differing stages of growth may appear in the videos. They are not a ‘sample’ of the batch dispatched, but a visual explanation of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose available to order — typical for the given period and similar to what you can expect to receive in the parcel — is shown in the upper part of the product page.
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Company details
PharmaRosa Ltd. Company registration number: 01-09-717479 VAT number: 13075314-2-43 Plant health registration no.: HU130721 Bank account (IBAN): HU85117631891388688400000000 BIC (SWIFT): OTPVHUHB Bank name: OTP Bank Nyrt.
