Theo Clevers™

Taste of Love®

BOZkatafra – Biljana Božanić Tanjga

Medium pink, full and uniform in shade. - flowerbed shrub rose - mild, restrained-scented rose - delicate, fruity aroma

– Bushy, compact habit for neat flowerbeds
– Very double, rosette blooms in soft pink
– Reliable repeat flowering through the season
– Mild, fruity fragrance for close-up enjoyment
– Good disease resistance, winter hardy to H7
– Special feature: Edible petals suited to desserts and drinks.

Natural renewal – Pollinator-friendly approach

darinaROSE® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose

24,90 £

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THEO CLEVERS™ – pink bedding shrub rose – Taste of Love® collection

Evoking cottage summers and relaxed afternoon rituals, THEO CLEVERS™ settles easily into typical British family gardens, coping reliably even where strong winds and rain sweep in from the coast. This modern shrub rose forms a compact, bushy habit with mid‑green foliage and clusters of rosette flowers in a soft, uniform medium‑pink that fade gently to pastel tones, perfect beside a kitchen garden path or beneath an arbour where space is limited. As an own‑root plant it ages gracefully, rebuilding from the base if stems are damaged, so you can prune more freely and keep maintenance straightforward while it develops naturally into a long‑lived, storybook focal point.

Usage options

Target area	Reasoning
Front‑of‑border cottage edging	Compact height and 40–60 cm spread make it ideal along paths and borders, giving a low, pink, romantic edge that fits traditional cottage schemes without blocking views, especially suited to those who prefer gentle, tidy structure, particularly beginners.
Informal flowering hedge in a family garden	Planted 30 cm apart, the bushy habit knits into a soft, flowering line that frames lawns or separates play and kitchen‑garden areas, offering privacy and colour with modest pruning demands, appealing if you want classic structure yet minimal planning, especially homeowners.
Small bed or island planting in clay or chalk soils	This versatile shrub tolerates typical UK garden soils, including heavier clays and chalk, provided you improve drainage or use a slightly raised bed, creating a reliable focal patch of pink where other shrubs sulk, reassuring for those coping with awkward plots, notably busy.
Large patio container or courtyard pot (40–50 L+)	Bushy growth and moderate water needs suit a substantial 40–50 litre container, where own‑root stability helps it anchor and mature without becoming leggy, ideal for patios or rented spaces where planting in the ground is limited, attractive to those optimising paved areas, especially urbanites.
Romantic mixed border with perennials and herbs	The medium‑pink, rosette blooms harmonise with silvers, whites and soft purples, weaving easily among lavender, salvias or low grasses to create a relaxed, “girly” English countryside look, ideal if you want cohesion without strict design knowledge, appealing strongly to stylists.
Low‑effort seasonal colour with flexible pruning	Remontant flowering and own‑root vigour mean it responds well whether you prune lightly each year or more firmly when time allows, maintaining shape and flowering without specialist techniques, which suits gardens where maintenance happens in short bursts, supportive for time‑poor.
Long‑term garden feature with stable ornamental value	As an own‑root rose, it regenerates from its base rather than relying on a graft, so after a careful planting and establishment phase it offers a dependable, long lifespan and consistent flower quality, ideal if you want plants that “stay put” and improve slowly, reassuring for planners.
Partial‑shade, weather‑exposed family corner	Tolerant of partial shade and bred with good overall disease resistance, it copes well in ordinary suburban conditions and can handle blustery, rain‑swept aspects when the soil is prepared sensibly, which makes it a practical choice for tricky side gardens, especially for cautious novices.

Styling ideas

Kitchen‑garden edge – Line vegetable beds with a low run of plants at 30 cm spacing, pairing with chives and thyme for a soft pink frame – ideal for home cooks who love a productive yet pretty potager.
Storybook bed – Combine with white obedient plant and soft grasses in a small island bed near a seating area – suited to families wanting a romantic focal point without complex planting plans.
Patio focal pot – Plant one specimen in a 50‑litre terracotta pot with trailing thyme at the rim – perfect for balcony and terrace owners seeking easy colour close to the back door.
Soft front hedge – Create a low, flower‑rich boundary between drive and front lawn at 30 cm centres – recommended for householders aiming for classic kerb appeal with manageable upkeep.
Pastel border mix – Weave among white and blush perennials for a calm, feminine scheme along a path – attractive to cottage‑style enthusiasts who prefer gentle, harmonious planting.

Technical cultivar profile

Attribute	Data
Name and registration	Modern shrub, edible rose; registered as BOZkatafra, marketed as Theo Clevers™ Taste of Love®; bed and flowerbed shrub rose suitable for exhibition as a shrub type.
Origin and breeding	Bred by Biljana Božanić Tanjga at PhenoGeno Roses, Serbia; unknown parentage; introduced and registered in 2019, reflecting recent breeding for ornamental reliability.
Growth and structural characteristics	Bushy, moderately dense plant reaching about 60–90 cm high and 40–60 cm wide; mid‑green, slightly glossy foliage; moderately thorny stems give traditional shrub character without being unmanageable.
Flower morphology	Very double, medium‑sized rosette flowers (approx. 1.5–2.75 in) carried in clusters; 40+ petals provide a full, romantic look; remontant habit ensures an abundant second flush in suitable conditions.
Colour data and phenology	Medium pink blooms with uniform tone; outer petals RHS 65B, inner 65C; colour softens to pastel pink as flowers open and age, with slightly paler outer zones and bases creating gentle depth.
Fragrance and aroma	Delicate, fruity fragrance of mild strength; enough scent to enjoy at close quarters on patio or pathside plantings without overwhelming neighbouring seating or dining spaces in smaller gardens.
Hip characteristics	Occasional small, spherical orange‑red hips, around 5–8 mm, add modest late‑season interest; hips are not produced heavily and are primarily of ornamental rather than culinary significance.
Resistance and winter hardiness	Rated to approximately −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, USDA 6b, Swedish zone 3); good resistance to black spot and rust, moderate resistance to powdery mildew; average drought tolerance, needs irrigation in long dry spells.
Horticultural recommendations	Best in well‑ventilated, sunny to lightly shaded sites; suitable for beds, edging, containers and patio use; allow around 35–55 cm between plants; moderate maintenance, may need protection in enclosed humid courtyards.

THEO CLEVERS™ offers compact, cottage‑style pink flowering, flexible low‑effort pruning and long‑term stability from its own‑root form, making it a thoughtful addition for those planning a romantic yet practical garden.

Detailed product attributes

Product Identification Data

Product Name: THEO CLEVERS™ – pink bedding shrub rose - Tanjga

Product Type: darinaROSE® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose

Product Quality: -

Cultivar Authenticity: Verified:24.10.2025

Cultivar Quality Rating: premium gold

Item Number: [660] 80-061 (14.02.2026) darinarose.co.uk

Name and Registration

Meaning of Cultivar Name: The name is a male given name.

Cultivar Synonym: -

Registered Cultivar Name: BOZkatafra

Original Trade Name: Theo Clevers™

Former Name: -

Current Trade Name: Theo Clevers™ Taste of Love® BOZkatafra

American Rose Society Approved Exhibition Name: -

Rose Group: Modern shrub, Edible rose

Commercial Type: flowerbed shrub rose

Commercial Group: Bed rose

Exhibition Category: shrub rose

Collection: Taste of Love®

Origin and Breeding

Initial Distributor: PhenoGeno Roses (Serbia)

Introduction Year: 2019

Registration Year: 2019

Breeder: Biljana Božanić Tanjga

Breeding Company / Institution: PhenoGeno Roses

Breeding Year: -, before 2019

Parentage: unknown

Awards and Honours

Global and Lifetime Awards: -

Horticultural Ratings and Recommendations: -

Competition and Show Awards: -

Collectors' Recommendations: -

Growth and Structural Characteristics

Height: 2-3ft (60-90 cm)

Spread: 1.3-2ft (40-60 cm)

Growth Habit: bushy

Foliage: The variety's foliage is moderately dense, the leaves have a slightly glossy surface and a mid-green shade.

Prickliness: moderately thorny

Self-Cleaning Description: No data on self‑cleaning.

Self-Cleaning Intensity: No data on self-cleaning ability.

Flower Morphology

Petal Count: 40+

Flower Fullness: very double-flowered

Flower Shape: rosette

Flower Size: M (1,5-2,75 in)

Inflorescence Type: clustered

Colour Code: ARS code: MP RHS code: 65B (outer), 65C (inner)

Repeat Flowering: Remontant; the second flowering is also abundant.

Colour Data and Phenology

Colour: pink

Flower Colour Description: Medium pink, full and uniform in shade.

Closed Bud: Medium pink, with a silky sheen and a uniform surface.

Newly Opened Flower: Medium pink, the outer whorl of petals slightly lighter.

Full Bloom: Uniform mid-pink, the petal base slightly paler.

Before Fading: Fades to pastel pink with petals that have softer edges.

Colour Fading Description: As it opens the uniform mid-pink fades to a pastel pink; the outer petal zone and the petal base are slightly paler.

Colour Retention Level: moderate

Fragrance and Aroma

Fragrance Strength: mild, restrained-scented rose

Fragrance Character: delicate, fruity aroma

Pollinator Attraction: Fragrant, double flowers (26–39 petals) attract pollinators only to a limited extent because the fully double form conceals the stamens, reducing access to pollen and nectar.

Pollinator-Friendly Rating: Double (26–39‑petalled) flowers attract pollinators only to a limited extent, so its pollinator-friendliness is limited and it is mainly ornamental.

Soap and Cosmetic Use: -

Hip Characteristics

Maximum Hip Diameter: 5-8 mm

Hip Shape: spherical

Hip Colour: orange-red

Hip Comment: Occasionally produced, 5–8 mm in diameter, spherical orange-red rose hips with ornamental value.

Resistance and Hardiness

Hardiness (°C): -21–-18 °C

RHS Hardiness Rating: H7

Swedish Hardiness Zone: Zon 3

USDA Hardiness Zone: 6b

Heat and Drought Tolerance Description: Has average water requirements; requires irrigation during prolonged drought.

Heat and Drought Tolerance Level: moderate

Disease Resistance: resistant

powdery mildew – moderate
black spot – resistant
rust –resistant

Horticultural Recommendations

Recommended Planting Distance: 35 cm for mass planting, 30 cm for hedging, 55 cm as a solitary specimen

Planting Density: square planting 8 plants/m², hexagonal arrangement 9 plants/m²

Partial Shade Tolerance: suitable for partial shade

Maintenance Requirement: Maintenance requirement moderate; performs well in a well-ventilated position, but in enclosed, humid urban courtyards expect the need for plant protection.

Primary Uses: flower bed, edging, container, patio, specimen, edible flower

Comments

Strengths: Natural renewal – Pollinator-friendly approach

Companion Plants: Pinus mugo Mops - Dwarf mountain pine Lychnis viscaria 'Alba' - Balkan catchfly Physostegia virginiana 'Crystal Peak White' - Obedient plant

Comment: -

THEO CLEVERS™ – pink bedding shrub rose - Tanjga

Medium pink, full and uniform in shade. - flowerbed shrub rose - mild, restrained-scented rose - delicate, fruity aroma

Online rose purchase - flowerbed shrub rose - Theo Clevers™ - pink - (2-3ft (60-90 cm))

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Care guide

Our product is a rose grown using the unique PharmaRosa® cultivation technology!

2-litre, own-root, potted rose.
With a shoot system appropriate to the season.
With a root system that permeates the growing medium.
Quality in line with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
In unique packaging designed to prevent damage.
Can be planted at any time during frost-free periods.
True-to-variety rose plant with a unique identifier.

The own-root, potted PharmaRosa® rose is a fully rooted plant that guarantees reliable establishment for you, so it can be planted at any time of the year during frost-free periods.

Crop: several varieties and several stages of development in a short crop section.

Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.

Root system: presentation of the strong root system permeating the growing medium, with the pot removed.

Balance: mature plant where the development of the root system and the shoot system is in harmony.

Information about the videos
This video series is not a “seasonal showcase”, but a way of making the essence of own-root PharmaRosa® cultivation tangible: how the plant is structured, what the root system is like, and how the shoot system renews itself. The footage was therefore recorded at different times, showing plants at various stages of development, so mixed leaf cover or differing levels of development may appear in the videos. This is not a “sample” of the consignment delivered, but an illustration of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose You are purchasing, characteristic of the given period (the state in which You can expect to receive it in the parcel), is shown in the upper part of the product page.