IMOLA™ – deep pink dwarf miniature rose - Győry
With its compact habit and vivid deep-pink flowers, IMOLA™ fits perfectly into smaller British family gardens, edging beds and brightening patios with a quietly romantic, storybook charm. This own-root miniature rose is bred for durability and reliability, coping well with exposed, breezy spots and heavier soils once planted with suitable drainage. Its naturally compact size (around 20–30 cm) makes it an easy companion for containers, balcony planters or the front of a cottage-style border, forming a neat, low edging that frames paths and kitchen-garden beds. Remontant flowering brings repeated flushes of colour through the season, while excellent disease resistance and good drought tolerance keep maintenance light, even for beginners. As an own-root rose it is designed for long-term longevity in the garden; after a settling-in phase where roots establish strongly, shoots fill out, then by the third year it delivers its full ornamental presence with dependable, season-long colour.
Usage options
| Target area |
Reasoning |
| Front-of-border edging in a cottage-style family garden |
Its naturally low, compact habit forms a tidy edging along paths and beds without shading nearby herbs or vegetables, ideal where space is limited but a traditional rose look is desired. Best for the family gardener |
| Balcony boxes and small patio containers (40–50 litres+) |
Neat growth and dwarf dimensions suit larger pots, where one or several plants create a dense cushion of deep pink, repeat-flowering colour with minimal pruning or specialist care. Ideal for the urban balcony owner |
| Low-maintenance rose bed for busy homeowners |
Good disease resistance and modest water needs keep seasonal tasks simple: occasional dead-heading and basic feeding are generally enough for reliable flowering, even with limited gardening time. Suited to the busy householder |
| Sunny spot in clay or heavier soil with improved drainage |
Once planted in soil loosened with organic matter and grit, strong roots help it anchor and cope with exposed, breezy sites where other small plants might struggle, making layout choices more flexible. Perfect for the practical planner |
| Romantic kitchen-garden path or vegetable bed edging |
The compact, rounded shape and deep-pink clusters frame beds without competing for space, bringing a soft, “girly” cottage feel that blends easily with herbs, salad crops and low perennials. Attractive to the cottage-style lover |
| Informal miniature hedge or repeated rhythm planting |
At the recommended close spacing it links individual plants into a continuous low strip of colour, giving structure to small gardens or driveways while remaining easy to trim back if needed. Useful for the orderly designer |
| Long-term feature planting with minimal replanting |
As an own-root rose it ages slowly and regenerates well from the base, so plants can stay in place for many years, settling into the garden scene rather than needing frequent replacement. Ideal for the long-term owner |
| Mixed container or border planting with modest watering |
Its good drought tolerance and moderate size make it a cooperative partner for hostas, compact clematis and other perennials, sharing moisture sensibly so you are not tied to constant watering rounds. Best suited to the relaxed gardener |
Styling ideas
- Teacup-border – Line a narrow path with repeating IMOLA™ and low lavender for a soft, tea-garden edge – for cottage-style romantics
- Balcony-jewel – Plant three IMOLA™ in a 50-litre tub with trailing thyme to create a jewel-like pink focal point – for small-space city dwellers
- Kitchen-ribbon – Use IMOLA™ as a pink ribbon along raised vegetable beds, pairing with chives and parsley – for home cooks who love charm
- Mini-hedge – Create a low, informal hedge by close-planting along a driveway, underplanting with hardy groundcovers – for structure-seeking planners
- Clematis-companion – Combine IMOLA™ at the base of a compact clematis in a large container for layered height and colour – for experimental plant mixers
Technical cultivar profile
| Characteristic |
Data |
| Name and registration |
Miniature rose, collection Mini - dwarf rose; registered cultivar name RYmola, trade name Imola™ Mini - dwarf rose RYmola; ARS exhibition name Imola. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Győry Szilveszter from an unknown seedling × ‘Zsámbék’; introduced by PharmaRosa® Ltd. (Hungary) around 2004; breeding work completed circa 2000. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Very compact, dwarf shrub reaching about 20–30 cm in height and spread; moderately dense, matt, medium-green foliage; moderately thorny stems; suitable for edging, pots and small beds. |
| Flower morphology |
Semi-double, cup-shaped clusters with 13–25 petals per flower; small blooms (about 0.5–1.5 in) borne in clusters; reliably remontant with an abundant second flush in season. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Deep, saturated pink with subtle purplish tint; buds dark magenta-toned, opening intense pink, then gradually lightening to a silvery-rose shade before petals fall; colour retention moderate. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Very weak fragrance, discreet rose character only faintly noticeable at close range; grown primarily for decorative value and compact habit rather than for strong scent in the garden. |
| Hip characteristics |
Produces moderately abundant, small spherical hips about 5–7 mm in diameter; hips turn red as they mature, adding light seasonal interest in late summer and autumn on established plants. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Rated H7, hardy to around -21 to -18 °C; good heat and drought tolerance with watering in prolonged dry spells; resistant to powdery mildew, black spot and rust under typical garden conditions. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in full sun; plant 15–30 cm apart depending on use, up to 18 plants/m²; suitable for containers, balconies, edging and beds; low maintenance, requiring little more than basic care. |
IMOLA™ offers compact form, repeat flowering and robust health in an own-root miniature rose that will settle in for years of reliable colour; a thoughtful choice if you want lasting charm from a small space.
