REGÉC – pink bedding floribunda rose - Márk
This compact floribunda was bred by Hungarian rosarian Márk Gergely and settles naturally into coastal-style family gardens, where its mid-pink clusters bring a sense of seaside refreshment without demanding intricate care. Bushy, upright growth keeps the plant tidy in smaller beds and containers, while moderately dense, glossy foliage partners well with shingle, gravel and low grasses to create a bright yet sheltered veranda corner. In our own-root 2-litre form it establishes steadily, building a deep, resilient root system that quietly supports long-term stability and neat flowering mounds even when breezes pick up and soil needs careful drainage in heavier clay. Over time the shrub develops into a reliable, medium-height presence with a soft, silvery-pink fade that suits relaxed, “girly” coastal planting schemes and family seating areas. With the right start in a 40–50 litre pot or open ground, you can simply water, lightly feed and watch the classic pink tones weave themselves into your summer weekends. Year by year it rewards you more – first strengthening roots, then fuller shoots, and by the third season delivering its complete ornamental character with minimal intervention, so you gain a quietly enduring companion that feels at home beside sea kale, Festuca and lavender, echoing the soft hues of Cornish holidays and salty breezes.
Usage options
| Target area |
Reasoning |
| Coastal veranda container (40–50 litre) |
A medium, bushy habit and modest height make this rose easy to manage in a single large container, giving long-season pink colour by a seating area with only routine watering and light feeding – ideal for the beginner. |
| Small family front garden bed |
Its compact spread and upright structure help it stay within bounds of a typical front border, offering a soft, welcoming pink display that pairs neatly with gravel, low grasses and heucheras, suiting the busy homeowner. |
| Low flowering hedge along a path |
Recommended planting distances allow you to form a low, coherent hedge, giving repeated flushes of colour while remaining easy to trim and refresh, working well for the casual gardener. |
| Coastal-style shingle planting |
The bushy form anchors visually among shingle, driftwood and sea kale, coping reliably where winds can be brisk and soil management focuses on keeping heavier ground well drained, which reassures the coastal enthusiast. |
| Mixed border with perennials |
Clustered, mid-sized blooms weave attractively between perennials such as lavender, Festuca and coral bells, extending interest across the season without overwhelming the scheme, appreciated by the design-conscious amateur. |
| Low-maintenance family play-area edge |
Moderate disease resistance and a robust, own-root framework support long-term structure and colour with only occasional plant protection and pruning, fitting the needs of the time-pressed parent. |
| Replacement for older grafted roses |
As an own-root shrub it regenerates well from the base, avoiding graft failure and helping beds keep their shape and colour for many years, which particularly benefits the long-term planning planner. |
| Pollinator-friendly corner with hips |
Semi-double flowers offer some access to pollinators, then set neat orange-red hips that add late-season interest, allowing a soft wildlife touch without complex management for the nature-aware owner. |
Styling ideas
- Seaside-Veranda – Place one REGÉC in a 50 litre tub with pale gravel mulch, a low bistro set and lanterns for a breezy, coastal tea corner – suited to balcony and veranda dwellers.
- Pink-Shingle – Mass-plant three to five shrubs through a shingle strip with sea kale and blue Festuca to echo Cornish beaches – ideal for coastal-style lovers.
- Family-Front – Line a short front path with evenly spaced bushes, underplanted with Heuchera for year-round foliage contrast – perfect for busy family households.
- Pastel-Border – Combine REGÉC with lavender, soft grasses and white perennials for a calm pastel ribbon that needs only light annual pruning – attractive to relaxed cottage gardeners.
- Hedging-Rhythm – Create a low, rhythmical hedge using recommended spacing, backing it with clematis on a fence for layered height and colour – appealing to structure-focused garden owners.
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter |
Data |
| Name and registration |
Regéc is a floribunda bedding rose in the bed rose group; trade name “Regéc Bedding rose Márk”, linked to a north-eastern Hungarian village and castle, authenticity verified for vivianaROSE own-root supply. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred in Hungary in 1998 by Márk Gergely; parentage and breeding institution are not recorded, with commercial introduction handled by PharmaRosa Ltd., and no confirmed international registration dates available. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Forms a bushy, upright shrub approximately 60–90 cm high and 60–85 cm wide, with moderately dense, mid-green glossy foliage and moderate prickliness, giving a compact yet substantial structure in beds or containers. |
| Flower morphology |
Bears large, semi-double, cup-shaped blooms with around 17–25 petals in cluster-flowered trusses; remontant habit ensures an abundant second flush after the main early-summer flowering period. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Mid-pink flowers (RHS 65C outer, 65B inner) open with lighter inner surfaces, then gradually fade to pale pink with a delicate silvery-rose tint, giving a soft, uniform colour effect as blooms age on the plant. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Fragrance is very weak and barely perceptible, so it is chosen more for visual effect than scent; pollinator attraction is moderate due to semi-double form partially concealing stamens and limiting pollen access. |
| Hip characteristics |
After flowering it can produce moderately abundant, spherical hips about 7–10 mm across, coloured orange-red (RHS N45A), adding fine, discreet autumn interest without significantly weighing down the shrub. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Shows moderate resistance to black spot, powdery mildew and rust; winter hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, Swedish zone 3, USDA 6b), suitable for most UK garden conditions with normal care. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best at 40–75 cm spacing depending on use, giving 4.2–4.8 plants/m² for mass planting; maintenance is medium, with routine pruning, feeding and occasional plant protection ensuring reliable flowering and shape. |
REGÉC offers compact cluster flowering, steady long-term structure and reliable recovery in an own-root form that suits smaller UK gardens and coastal-style spaces, making it a thoughtful choice if you seek easy, enduring pink colour.
