Delicate, pastel light pink that shines with a uniform tone. - hybrid tea rose - medium-strength, distinctly scented rose - pleasant, rosy character
– XL, elegant Hybrid Tea blooms
– Refined, pastel pale pink flower colour
– Medium, distinctly rosy fragrance
– Very good heat and drought tolerance
– Hardy to USDA 4b / RHS H7
– Special feature: Ideal for cutting; long, upright stems and classic exhibition form.
Supports local wildlife – Long-term presence
darinaROSE® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
18,50 £
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MARCSIKA – pale pink hybrid tea rose – Márk
With its pastel blooms and upright carriage, MARCSIKA brings a quietly romantic presence to everyday family gardens, creating an atmosphere of cosiness that suits cottage borders and relaxed seating areas alike. This hybrid tea’s extra-large, cupped flowers in soft, pale pink are ideal for cutting, so you can enjoy elegant, long-stemmed roses indoors as well as in the border. Bred for very good drought tolerance, it copes well with warmer spells and drying winds, making it a reassuring choice where summers can be unpredictable and breezy coastal weather needs thoughtful planting and drainage. Planted as an own-root shrub in the easy-to-handle 2-litre container, it establishes gradually yet securely, giving a long-lived framework that responds well to pruning and light shaping over time. Year by year it builds denser foliage and more flowering stems, following the natural rhythm of strong roots, then fuller shoots, then complete ornament in about three seasons. Its medium maintenance needs remain simple: a sunny position, a little seasonal feeding, basic dead-heading, and occasional health checks are usually enough to keep the plant flourishing. Medium disease resistance suits hobby gardeners who prefer straightforward routines to intensive spraying, while the winter hardiness down to H7 offers dependable longevity even in colder regions. Over time, the dense, slightly glossy foliage and gracefully held flowers create a stable, storybook structure that fits effortlessly into the English country garden mood you may be aiming for.
Marcsika shows an XL-sized bloom in comparison with a hand.
Marcsika hybrid tea rose bud, pearly pale pink before opening.
Marcsika shows a cupped, double hybrid tea bloom with a pronounced mid-centre elevation.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Feature rose near a seating area or arbour
The tall, upright habit and pastel, cupped blooms create a quietly romantic focal point beside a bench or pergola, ideal for afternoon tea moments and cottage-style relaxation for the busy homeowner
Cutting patch for home flower arrangements
Extra-large, long-stemmed hybrid tea flowers make MARCSIKA well suited to regular cutting, providing refined, pale pink roses for vases without needing specialist skills for the hobby arranger
Sunny mixed border in a family garden
Medium maintenance and steady repeat flowering fit well into an easy-care border, needing only basic dead-heading and feeding, so it works smoothly alongside perennials for the time-poor gardener
Heat-prone or drier garden corners
Very good tolerance of heat and prolonged drought allows MARCSIKA to perform reliably where watering is less frequent, supporting summer display even in drying winds for the practical planner
Traditional cottage-style front garden
Soft, uniform pale pink flowers and dense mid-green foliage give a classic look that blends naturally with lavender, herbs and cottage perennials, suiting the tastes of the romantic traditionalist
Small group planting in beds or along paths
Recommended spacings of 50–60 cm allow informal rows or small drifts that read as a cohesive feature, building structure and colour without overcrowding for the design-conscious owner
Cold-winter gardens needing dependable structure
Hardiness to about –29 °C and own-root resilience mean the shrub can recover well from harsh winters, offering a durable, long-term presence in the planting plan for the long-view gardener
Large container on terrace or paved area
In a generously sized 40–50 litre pot with good drainage, MARCSIKA’s upright habit and medium maintenance needs remain manageable, making it a graceful choice for patios and small spaces for the urban balcony-owner
Styling ideas
Cottage Border Trio – Plant MARCSIKA with lavender and catmint along a path for soft pinks and hazy blues in a relaxed, informal sweep – ideal for lovers of storybook front gardens
Romantic Seating Nook – Position two or three shrubs near a bench, underplanted with hardy geraniums, to frame an intimate corner for afternoon tea – perfect for homeowners seeking cosiness
Elegant Cutting Row – Line a sunny kitchen-garden edge with MARCSIKA for easy access to straight stems and pastel blooms – suited to those who enjoy arranging homegrown flowers
Heat-Wise Terrace Pot – Grow a single plant in a 50 litre container with free-draining compost and thyme around the rim – a good option for balcony or courtyard gardeners
Structured Entrance Planting – Flank a front door or path with paired shrubs, clipped lightly to maintain upright form and clear lines – appealing to buyers who like a tidy, traditional look
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
MARCSIKA is a hybrid tea rose marketed as “MARCSIKA – pale pink hybrid tea rose – Márk”; it belongs to the hybrid tea group and is used both as a garden and cutting rose.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Márk Gergely in Hungary in 1997 at the Kertészeti Kutató Intézet, with parentage not recorded; introduced commercially by PharmaRosa® Ltd. as an own-root, container-grown cultivar.
Growth and structural characteristics
Upright shrub reaching about 100–140 cm in height and 50–70 cm spread, with dense, slightly glossy mid-green foliage and moderate prickliness, forming a clear vertical accent in beds.
Flower morphology
Large, double, cupped hybrid tea blooms with 26–39 petals, solitary on stems, showing a pronounced, elevated centre; remontant flowering pattern, with the second flush sparser than the first.
Colour data and phenology
Buds open cool pink, then soften to a uniform pale pink (RHS 62D–62C) that lightens to almost white-pink with creamy highlights; colour retention is modest, with noticeable fading toward petal edges.
Fragrance and aroma
Medium-strength, distinctly rosy perfume with a pleasant, classical character; noticeable on warm, still days and suitable for enjoying at close quarters or in cut stems brought indoors.
Hip characteristics
Because of its full, double blooms it sets hips only occasionally; where formed, the fruits are ovoid, about 12–18 mm across, with an orange-red colour that adds a discreet autumn accent.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Very good heat and drought tolerance, with medium resistance to black spot, mildew and rust; reliably hardy to approximately –29 °C (H7, USDA 4b), suitable for exposed or colder UK sites.
Horticultural recommendations
Best planted in sunny positions at 50–90 cm spacing, with 2.8–3.2 plants/m² in mass schemes; needs regular dead-heading, balanced feeding, and occasional pest and disease control as required.
MARCSIKA offers romantic pale pink, fragrant blooms, good heat tolerance and a durable own-root framework that matures steadily, making it a thoughtful choice for relaxed, traditional gardens and mixed borders.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
MARCSIKA – pale pink hybrid tea rose - Márk
Product Type:
darinaROSE® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Closed Bud:
The outer surface has a pearly, barely pink tint with a slight silvery sheen.
Newly Opened Flower:
The outer petals are a silky, cool pink, while the inner petals show a slightly richer, candy-pink tone.
Full Bloom:
Uniform, mirror‑smooth pale pink that becomes slightly lighter towards the edges of the petals.
Before Fading:
The pink gradually fades to an almost white-pink, with delicate creamy highlights.
Colour Fading Description:
During opening the pink tone gradually fades; at full bloom it is a pale pink, and before the flower fades it is almost white-pink with delicate creamy highlights.
Pollinator Attraction:
Limited data on flower structure; as a tea hybrid it may be less attractive to pollinators, since a double bloom form and reduced stamen accessibility often decrease pollinator attraction.
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.
