Several data points on the product page help you choose precisely: product type, quality, variety quality, identifiers, groups and horticultural characteristics. This knowledge base page explains what these fields mean, how they can be used for decision-making, and why traceability is useful (label, identification, varietal purity). Which piece of data would you like to understand with complete confidence now?
A consistent, easy-to-read name that displays the rose variety name, colour and breeder in one line.
In brief: Consumer, own-root garden rose supplied in a 2-litre container, for family gardens. Easy to handle, general-purpose product type.
Easy care, long lifespan, reliable start – ideal for typical family gardens.
In brief: Premium, own-root 6-litre potted rose for representative spaces. A pre-grown, “ready for display” plant with instant ornamental value.
“Ready-made garden” experience – premium rose compositions for high aesthetic expectations.
In brief: Own-root rose for large areas, mass planting and sustainable maintenance. Innovative root-wrapped system: without wax coating and without long-term cold storage (not a classic bare-root-wrapped product type).
Sustainable rose plantings with fewer chemicals and less maintenance work – designed for the long term.
In brief: Own-root roses for large projects, hedges, long rows and roadside plantings. Enable quick planting, good fault tolerance and a durable, uniform surface even at high plant numbers. Innovative root-wrapped form: without wax coating and without long-term cold storage (not a classic bare-root rose).
A true “workhorse” for contractors – fast, robust, uniform rose surfaces in major projects.
In brief: Own-root rose propagation material for professional production and wholesale. Rooted in trays, 3–6-month-old, own-root rooted cuttings for further propagation and growing on.
Professional rose propagation material – a stable foundation for nursery production and wholesale supply.
Product quality describes the physical parameters and development stage of the rose delivered. It includes the container size (for example C2 ≈ 2 litres), plant age/development (for example 0.5–1 year old), the number of shoots (for example 2+ shoots), and the height at the time of despatch (for example H15–25 cm). We always send the plant in a seasonally appropriate condition (dormant, sprouting or in leaf), in line with its natural growth cycle.
At PharmaRosa only rose varieties with verified origin are grown. Varieties are propagated vegetatively, so the daughter plants are genetically identical to the mother plant and varietal characteristics are reliably preserved.
From propagation through to sale, identification is traceable: varieties are marked with unique identifiers, so varietal identity is continuously checked throughout the entire production and logistics chain.
“Variety quality” is PharmaRosa’s own classification, indicating the value and market status of the rose (availability, exclusivity, royalty/licensing).
Our quality categories:
• Standard: Widely available, also sold elsewhere, non-royalty varieties.
• Premium bronze: Non-royalty varieties with limited availability.
• Premium silver: Varieties with limited availability; may be royalty-bearing, but are not mass-market products.
• Premium gold: Royalty-protected varieties, novelties and rarities – the most exclusive level of the range.
The variety’s unique product identifier.
The literal meaning or background to the name (for example a person, place, event or mood), which helps you understand the story of the variety.
The same variety may have been marketed under different names in other countries, markets or time periods; these are its “other names”.
The officially registered (breeder’s) variety name, which is the most stable identifier from a legal and record-keeping perspective.
As an addition, it is important to note that in legal terms, only a rose with a registered variety name can be treated as a variety, as this provides the basis for registration and – where applicable – plant breeders’ rights.
The name under which the variety was first placed on the market (initial marketing name).
An earlier designation that is now rarely used, but may still appear in old catalogues and literature.
The customer-friendly name shown on the product page: it presents the current marketing name of the rose in a standard form and – where available – also includes the registered variety name. It additionally contains the collection name (if the variety belongs to a series), or if this is not available, the commercial group according to PharmaRosa. The breeder is listed at the end of the name (breeding company/house, or if this is not applicable, the individual breeder’s name).
The name format accepted in ARS (American Rose Society) shows/lists; a point of reference for collectors and in show environments.
Horticultural classification that shows the rose’s origin and type, as well as its growth and flowering habit (for example Hybrid Tea, Floribunda, Large-Flowered Climber). Group names are shown in English to ensure consistency with source materials. A variety may be listed in several groups separated by commas – together they describe the character of the variety.
In PharmaRosa’s classification system this is a more precise category within the commercial group. While the commercial group is the most general “what is it for” classification, the commercial type describes the character and appearance of the rose in more detail and better aligns usage with its growth/botanical character.
Put simply: the group gives the general direction, while the commercial type refines the habit, style and the garden situations where it performs best (for example climbing/rambling habit, park or landscape shrub rose, groundcover habit or historic subgroups).
The basic (broadest) category in PharmaRosa’s own classification system. These groups quickly show what the rose is for: the character of its growth, how much space it needs and in what garden situations it will perform best.
Note: this is not a botanical classification, but a system designed to help customers navigate.
Our groups in brief:
• Bed rose
Suitable for flower beds and larger areas, typically bushy and very floriferous. A good choice if you want mass effect and long-lasting colour.
• Botanical rose
Roses with a near-species or near-wild character; often robust and distinctive, and they frequently produce hips. Better for a more “natural, wild” look.
• Climbing and rambling rose
Long-caned roses that can be trained onto supports (pergola, fence, wall, arch). Ideal when you want to cover a vertical surface or create a spatial boundary.
• Miniature – dwarf rose
Low, compact roses for edging, containers and smaller spaces. Practical where space is limited or you want a neat, small-scale look.
• Park – shrub rose
Stronger-growing, larger shrubs with greater space requirements. They work well as specimens, in larger beds, as background plants or as informal hedges.
• Romantic rose
A mood and style group: lush, classic flower forms, nostalgic overall effect and often rich fragrance. A good choice if you want to enhance a romantic garden character.
• Groundcover
Low, spreading roses that cover surfaces and quickly form a closed carpet; they can also be useful on slopes.
• Hybrid Tea rose
Classic, large-flowered, elegant roses, often with a distinctive bloom and a prominent “main flower”. Ideal when the beauty of the flower and a striking appearance are the main priorities.
• Historic rose
A group with the character of old garden roses, traditional habit and classic character. Recommended if you are seeking a “traditional garden” feel, where the habit itself has ornamental value.
A show/competition-oriented categorisation (shape, fullness, type) aligned with exhibition standards.
Breeding or brand collection (series) that indicates shared style, breeding objectives or branding.
The company/organisation that first brought the variety to market (first major distributor).
The year of the first broader market appearance (not always the same as the year of registration).
The year of official registration (may differ between countries/registers).
The person who created the variety and to whom the breeding work is attributed.
The company or institute that provided the background to the breeding work and with which the variety is associated.
The (estimated or documented) year when the main steps of crossing/selection took place.
The genetic origin of the variety (which varieties it was bred from), which often explains its characteristics.
Long-term, high-ranking distinctions (for example “hall of fame”-type), indicating the lasting significance of the variety.
Recommendations from independent organisations/test systems (for example health, reliability, landscape use).
Prizes won at shows and competitions, often for flower form, appearance, fragrance or overall effect.
Experience-based, community or expert recommendations (not official awards) that reflect real-world performance.
The expected height of a mature plant under suitable conditions; climate and pruning may influence this.
The expected width/diameter of the mature shrub; important for planning planting distances.
The overall appearance of the plant (upright, bushy, spreading, arching), which defines ornamental value and space requirements.
Leaf size, colour, gloss, density and the general impression of health.
Botanically, roses have prickles (often called “thorns” in everyday language). Their quantity varies between varieties and can be a varietal trait. We indicate this as: almost thornless, average thorniness, densely thorny.
Indicates how easily spent flowers “disappear” on their own (petal drop, flower head detachment).
A brief, scale-like evaluation (for example weak–moderate–good) that also indicates maintenance needs.
Flower morphology: The structure and appearance of the flower (shape, fullness, size, arrangement), which strongly influence many purchasing decisions.
The typical number of petals per flower, one of the main bases for the sense of fullness. In the PharmaRosa system we provide it as a range: 5–12, 13–25, 26–39, 26–40, 40+.
The description of fullness, closely linked to petal count. Our categories (with indicative petal ranges):
• Single: 5–12 petals
• Semi-double: 13–25 petals
• Double: 26–39 (occasionally 26–40) petals
• Very double/full: 40+ petals
The form of the bloom (for example cupped, globular, rosette, high-centred), which defines style and exhibition character.
The typical diameter of the bloom in centimetres; it influences the visual impact and proportions. Categories: S (1–4 cm), M (4–7 cm), L (7–10 cm), XL (10 cm+).
How many blooms typically open on one stem (single or cluster flowering).
A standardised colour identifier (for example a colour chart code) that helps describe the shade more precisely.
The ability to flower again: how reliably and how abundantly the rose produces further flushes after the first bloom.
In the PharmaRosa system:
• Flowers strongly again, the second flush is also abundant.
• Repeat flowering, but the second flush is less abundant.
• Once-flowering, it blooms once.
The changes in a rose’s colour and the “life journey” of the flower from bud to fading (closed bud, freshly opening bloom, fully open, pre-fading stage), as well as how it reacts to environmental factors.
Important: colour is a variable characteristic, so descriptions are indicative. Colour expression may be influenced by, among other things:
• Time of day (the shade looks different in different light),
• Temperature (deeper in cool conditions, often paler/fading in heat),
• the level of nutrient supply (condition and load).
Overall main colour effect (for example pink, apricot, white, bi-colour).
More detailed description of the dominant shade and character (tones, edges, eye, veining).
The colour and appearance of the bud before opening (often different from that of the open bloom).
The colour impression in the first opening phase, when the petals are still saturated.
The colour and character of the fully open bloom, which is how you will see it most often in the garden.
The colour in the final stage of flowering, when tone shifts or fading are common.
What causes the colour to change (sun, heat, rain, time) and in which direction it shifts.
A brief assessment of how well the colour remains intense during flowering.
Fragrance intensity and profile (which “notes” you may perceive: for example fruity, citrusy, spicy, damask).
Important: fragrance and aroma are subjective and variable. Intensity can be influenced by time of day, temperature, humidity, wind, flower stage and plant condition; individual sensitivity to scent also matters.
Fragrance descriptions are based on PharmaRosa’s experience and breeder data and are primarily for comparison.
Fragrance intensity and character (for example weak–strong), and a brief description of the main scent profile.
Description of the “notes” (for example citrus, fruity, spicy, damask), which helps you choose.
How frequently pollinators visit the flowers; this may be influenced by flower shape, access to stamens and fragrance.
A simple indication showing that the variety is expected to be beneficial for pollinators (and under what conditions).
Information on whether, based on fragrance/petal characteristics, it may be suitable for home or industrial use (described responsibly and with due caution).
The “berry” that appears on roses is in fact not a true fruit, but a pseudo-fruit.
What does pseudo-fruit mean?
A true fruit develops from the ovary of the flower. In roses, however, the main bulk of the reddish-orange “berry” is formed by the thickened, fleshy part of the flower’s hypanthium, meaning that more than just the ovary is involved in fruit formation. Inside the hip are the real fruits of the rose (tiny nutlets) with the seeds.
The ornamental value of rose hips depends on the variety: they may be conspicuous and long-lasting, but there are roses that bear few or no hips at all.
The appearance and ornamental value of the hip, as well as its practical significance.
Shape (round, oval, bottle-shaped, etc.).
The typical colour when ripe (orange, red, burgundy, etc.).
Any additional information (durability, quantity, ornamental value, vitamin C content).
Disease resistance and winter hardiness: A summary of tolerance to cold and heat, and behaviour against diseases (depending on the environment).
The estimated minimum temperature that a well-established plant can survive without damage (protection, soil and wind all matter).
The RHS (Royal Horticultural Society) winter hardiness classification, indicating tolerance in categories.
Scandinavian/Swedish winter hardiness zoning, providing guidance for northern climates.
Classification according to the USDA zone system; actual performance is also influenced by microclimate and longevity.
A short text describing how the rose copes with summer heat, sun and drought (and under what level of care).
A scale-like assessment of how well it tolerates summer heat and shorter dry periods under average garden conditions. Our indicators: weak, good, excellent, moderate, very good.
The values are based on observed experience, breeder data and other reliable sources, and are primarily for comparison. Disease resistance may be influenced by nutrient supply, climatic factors (temperature, precipitation, humidity), as well as air movement and how quickly foliage dries.
In the PharmaRosa system, disease resistance levels are:
• resistant
• moderate
• sensitive
• very sensitive
We indicate it on two levels:
1. General rating (overall picture of the variety’s health behaviour)
2. Disease-specific rating (for example powdery mildew / black spot / rust)
Note: ratings are based on average infection pressure; in unfavourable years or in persistently humid, shady positions, symptoms may be more severe.
Horticultural recommendations: Practical advice for planting and maintenance to help the variety perform at its best.
The suggested spacing between plants that allows enough room for development, ensures foliage dries in a well-ventilated way, and keeps shrubs easy to shape attractively over the long term. This helps prevent roses from crowding each other out and reduces disease risk.
Spacing also depends on the intended use of the same variety:
• Mass planting: for a continuous, uniform surface.
• Hedges: for denser closure.
• As specimens: if you want to highlight the individual shape of each shrub.
Note: the recommendation may also be influenced by expected width and microclimate (on windy, sunny sites planting can be slightly denser; in more humid, semi-shaded sites it is better to plant more openly).
The recommended number of plants per square metre; particularly useful when planning beds and rows. It shows how many roses will on average be planted per 1 m² for a given planting pattern, helping you plan plant numbers and predict how quickly the planting will close (mass effect, coverage, ventilation).
Density is also affected by the arrangement:
• In a square layout, row and plant spacing are the same, with plants in parallel rows.
• Advantage: easy to visualise, measure out and plant, and row care is simpler.
• In a hexagonal (honeycomb) layout, rows are offset and plants sit in a “zigzag”.
• Advantage: often provides more even coverage and quicker closure; at the same spacing it usually allows more plants within the same area.
Partial shade tolerance indicates how well the rose performs with less direct sunlight and how healthy and floriferous it remains in such conditions.
Partial shade usually means a position where the plant receives around 3–6 hours of direct sun a day (often morning or late afternoon sun), with diffuse light for the rest of the time.
If you plant a non shade-tolerant variety in a partial shade position, you can expect poorer flowering and reduced resistance to diseases (especially if the foliage dries more slowly).
The “work level” of care required (pruning, spraying, feeding, watering) in brief. In most cases we indicate plant protection needs.
Typical settings/roles (specimen, bed, hedge, cutting, terrace) for which the variety is particularly suitable.
Notes: Any information that does not fit into other fields but may still be useful for customers.
A concise summary of the main advantages of the variety (ideally based on different groups of characteristics).
Recommended plant combinations (pairs that work well together in terms of colour, habit, texture, flowering time or ecological function).
Further information about the variety (for example level of urban tolerance, behaviour in rainy weather).
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