The petals' base colour is light lemon yellow, enlivened by irregular orange brushstrokes. - park rose - mild, restrained-scented rose - fresh, fruity character
– Vivid hand-painted yellow-orange bicolour blooms.
– Strongly remontant, flowers generously in waves.
– Upright, dense shrub for beds and hedges.
– Moderately scented with a fresh, fruity note.
– Award-winning show rose with proven merit.
– Special feature: Forms decorative red hips for autumn interest.
Supports local wildlife – Long-term garden plan
darinaROSE® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
18,50 £
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GYPSY DANCER – yellow-orange park rose – Dickson
Brought to you as a practical 2-litre own-root shrub rose, GYPSY DANCER creates a romantic, storybook atmosphere with its hand-painted petals in cottage-style borders and relaxed family plots. The semi-double clusters in vivid yellow and orange-red feel at home in informal hedges, around a kitchen garden, or beside a seating area for afternoon tea. Own-root plants settle steadily, building long-lived structure with reliable regrowth from the base and stable colour impact year after year. In average UK conditions, from clay-based suburban plots to breezier sites with reliable performance even where frequent rain and wind test less robust roses, this upright shrub offers an easy-care framework that suits beginners and busy owners. Over time, the medium height and dense, glossy foliage help define paths and beds without demanding fussy pruning, while its moderate fragrance and cheerful tones lend a gently cosy, romantic, sunlit, cottage, natural, wildlife, colourful, enduring feel to a family garden.
Gypsy Dancer shows a cup-shaped, semi-double bloom form.
Gypsy Dancer showing its yellow-orange flowers in full bloom.
Gypsy Dancer in close-up, showing its mild, fresh fruity scent.
Glossy, dark green foliage of Gypsy Dancer.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front-of-border cottage planting
GYPSY DANCER’s medium height and upright habit make it ideal near the front or middle of a mixed border, where the vivid, brush-stroked blooms draw the eye without overshadowing perennials; moderate care needs suit busy homeowners
Low informal hedge along paths
Planted 50–60 cm apart, the dense, glossy foliage and upright framework form a softly defined hedge, giving structure in winter and colour through the season, with own-root resilience supporting those planning long-term family
Feature rose in a small family garden
As a single specimen at about 1 m spacing, it offers generous repeat flowering on an easily managed shrub size, so one or two plants can anchor a modest urban plot without complex pruning, ideal for time-pressed beginners
Mixed planting near kitchen garden beds
The semi-double flowers moderately attract pollinators and the moderate hip set adds seasonal interest, fitting well beside herbs and vegetables where a touch of colour and wildlife support are welcome for nature-minded gardeners
Raised beds on heavier or clay soils
In gardens with heavier clay, planting into well-prepared or raised beds with good drainage lets the own-root shrub establish steadily, giving reliable growth even where frequent rain and wind test less forgiving varieties for cautious buyers
Large containers on patios or terraces
In a 40–50 litre or larger container with quality compost, GYPSY DANCER forms a compact, colourful shrub that suits patios and roof terraces, allowing those without borders to enjoy repeat blooms and flexible positioning for urban residents
Cut flowers for informal arrangements
The medium-sized clusters and playful yellow-orange shading lend themselves to relaxed jug and vase displays, and regular cutting helps encourage further blooms, making it a charming option for those who like home-grown bouquets
Long-term structural planting in family gardens
As an own-root rose, it builds a durable framework that can be rejuvenated from the base after harder pruning, suiting long-term planting where you expect roots to establish in year one, stronger shoots in year two, and full ornamental value by year three for patient planners
Styling ideas
COTTAGE RIBBON – Thread GYPSY DANCER along a path with fragrant alyssum and cypress spurge for a soft, low hedge that anchors beds yet stays easy to manage – ideal for relaxed family gardeners
TEA-CORNER – Place one shrub beside a bench and underplant with soft grasses to enjoy repeat blooms at eye level through summer – suited to homeowners creating a small sitting area
POT-PATIO – Grow a single plant in a 50-litre terracotta pot with trailing lobularia to bring colour and light fragrance to balconies – perfect for busy urban residents
KITCHEN-EDGE – Mix with herbs and ornamental alliums near vegetable beds, using its upright shape as a gentle backdrop to crops – for those who love productive yet pretty plots
STRUCTURE-STRIP – Line several plants along a fence for a low-maintenance screen that offers hips and foliage interest beyond flowering – appealing to planners of long-term family gardens
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Shrub-floribunda park rose; registered as DICquiet, marketed as GYPSY DANCER; ARS exhibition name Gypsy Dancer; own-root 2-litre container form for garden use.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Patrick Dickson, Dickson Roses, Northern Ireland; cross of DICmagic × MACmanly; introduced 1994 with US plant patent PP 8900; distributed in the UK and internationally.
Awards and recognition
1er Prix at Bagatelle International Rose Competition, Paris 1992; Shrub class winner at Rhode Island Rose Society Show 2000 and Fort Worth Rose Society Show 2001.
Growth and structural characteristics
Upright shrub 85–135 cm high, 60–90 cm spread; dense, dark glossy foliage; moderate prickles; self-cleaning to a degree but benefits from occasional deadheading for tidiness.
Flower morphology
Semi-double, 13–25 petalled cup-shaped blooms in clusters; medium flower size around 4–7 cm; strongly remontant with abundant second flush and good display on short flowering stems.
Colour data and phenology
Light lemon-yellow base with irregular orange brushstrokes; ARS yb, RHS 14B outer, 24B inner; colour lightens slightly in strong sun, remaining more vivid in cooler periods and early in the season.
Fragrance and aroma
Mild, fresh fruity fragrance that complements rather than dominates seating areas; suitable where some scent is desired without overwhelming nearby windows or compact outdoor spaces.
Hip characteristics
Produces small red spherical hips, about 9–15 mm, in moderate quantities; hips add fine autumn interest and can contribute to wildlife-friendly planting schemes in mixed borders.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, USDA 6b); moderate resistance to black spot, mildew and rust; prefers full sun with regular watering in prolonged heat or drought.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in full sun; planting distance 50–100 cm depending on hedge or specimen use; 2.8–3.2 plants/m² for mass effects; medium maintenance, may occasionally require plant protection.
GYPSY DANCER offers colourful cottage charm, repeat flowering and adaptable structure on a durable own-root shrub, making it a thoughtful choice for long-lived, easy-care family planting.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
GYPSY DANCER – yellow-orange park rose - Dickson
Product Type:
darinaROSE® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Competition and Show Awards:
1er Prix – Bagatelle (Paris) international rose competition (1992); Shrub class winner – Rhode Island Rose Society Show (2000); Shrub class winner – Fort Worth Rose Society Show (2001)
Pollinator Attraction:
Semi-double, 13–25-petalled flowers moderately attract pollinators, as the semi-double form and reduced accessibility of the stamens limit their appeal.
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.
