Deep, velvety crimson-red tone with an even shade. - historic, damask rose - extremely strong, garden-filling scented rose - classic, rose-like
- Extremely strong, classic Damask fragrance
- Deep, velvety dark-crimson blooms for drama
- Repeat-flowering historic shrub for long display
- Robust disease resistance for easier care
- Very hardy rose, tolerates severe winter cold Special feature: Awarded ARS Dowager Rose Queen for exceptional historic charm and performance.
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pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
23,30 €
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ARTHUR DE SANSAL® – dark crimson historic Damask rose
If You dream of a romantic front garden that needs little fuss yet looks thoughtfully planned, ARTHUR DE SANSAL® is a characterful historic Damask shrub that fits easily into Irish family plots. Its velvety dark-crimson blooms bring a rich, heritage feel to smaller borders and cottage-style beds, while the extremely strong, classic fragrance creates an enveloping perfume You notice each time You pass the front door. This bushy, upright rose keeps a compact footprint that works well in modest spaces and can also be grown in a large 40–50 litre container on sheltered patios. Bred in 1855, it has stood the test of time, offering reassuringly solid disease resistance in our humid climate, where good performance in frequent rain and heavy soil really matters. As an own-root plant it settles in gradually, building long-lived structure with low maintenance, so across the first three seasons it focuses on roots, then strong shoots, and by year three it delivers its full historic display with confidence even for beginners seeking reliable elegance.
Arthur de Sansal® in the late flowering phase, with the crimson tone fading slightly.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Small front-garden focal shrub
Bushy, upright growth to around 80–130 cm makes an ideal single feature near an entrance or along a path, giving structure without overpowering a typical Irish front garden and suiting those who want classic roses without complex pruning for beginners
Romantic, fragrant seating corner
Exceptionally strong, classic Damask scent easily fills a small seating area; plant near a bench or patio where evening air carries the perfume, adding a sense of occasion every time You sit outside, perfect for people who love traditional scented spaces for homeowners
Low-maintenance historic rose border
Good resistance to black spot, mildew and rust keeps foliage presentable with minimal spraying, ideal for simple mixed borders where You prefer occasional tidy-ups over intensive care, supporting a neat look even in wet summers for busy-gardeners
Cottage-style mixed bed with perennials
Medium-sized, very full, cup-shaped dark-crimson blooms pair beautifully with classics like Dianthus or low Ajuga, giving that old-world cottage effect in a format that still fits modest beds in suburban plots for cottage-lovers
Specimen rose in a large container
Performs well in a 40–50 litre pot where drainage and watering can be controlled, useful on paved front drives or patios with heavy clay beneath, allowing You to enjoy a historic rose even where in-ground planting is awkward for urban-gardeners
Long-lived structural planting in family gardens
Own-root growth means the shrub forms its natural shape in place and can regenerate from its base over time, giving a stable, long-term feature rather than a short-lived bedding plant, ideal if You want a once-planted, always-there element for planners
Repeat-flowering feature near entrances
Initial summer flush followed by further blooms, though lighter, keeps colour returning through the season; place by gates, paths or driveways so every arrival benefits from a fresh touch of deep crimson and scent for visitors
Rain-tolerant rose for heavy Irish soils
Strong overall health and reliable growth allow it to cope well where frequent rain and heavier ground are typical, provided basic drainage is ensured, helping achieve dependable flowering even in challenging local conditions for Irish-gardeners
Decorating ideas
Cottage Doorway Welcome – Plant beside the front door with Cheddar pinks at the base for a scented, storybook entrance – ideal for cottage-garden fans who want instant romance near the house
Crimson Patio Classic – Grow as a specimen in a 40–50 litre pot on a sunny patio, underplanted with trailing Ajuga for foliage contrast – suited to balcony and terrace owners who favour easy yet elegant roses
Historic Border Accent – Mix in a narrow border with Lychnis and soft grasses so the deep crimson blooms punctuate lighter textures – perfect for homeowners seeking a heritage touch without redesigning the whole garden
Evening Fragrance Nook – Position near a small bench, with pale perennials behind to catch the last light and highlight the dark blooms – great for busy gardeners who mainly enjoy the garden after work
Family-Friendly Screen – Plant a loose row along a path at recommended spacing to form a low, scented screen that frames play lawns without feeling formal – ideal for families wanting character and easy care together
Technical cultivar profile
Characteristic
Data
Name and registration
Trade name ARTHUR DE SANSAL®; historic Damask shrub rose from the Heritage collection, used in Dowager classes; unregistered variety without a separate registered cultivar name.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Scipion Cochet, Pépinières Cochet, Suisnes, France, introduced 1855. A seedling of ‘Géant des Batailles’, representing classic nineteenth-century French Damask breeding tradition.
Awards and recognitions
Recognised on the show bench with American Rose Society Dowager Rose Queen (Tropical Rose Society, 2001) and Judges’ Challenge Award (Inland Valley Rose Club, 2000).
Growth and structure
Bushy, upright shrub around 80–130 cm high and wide, with moderately dense, matte mid-green foliage and moderate prickles; forms a rounded, self-supporting outline in beds or as a specimen.
Flower morphology
Medium-sized, very full, cupped blooms with more than 40 petals, usually borne singly; repeat-flowering with a generous first flush followed by lighter later displays, good for cutting.
Colour and phenology
Deep, velvety dark-crimson to burgundy-purple flowers; colour holds best in cooler conditions, softening to purplish-pink as blooms age, giving rich, moody tones through the main summer period.
Fragrance and aroma
Exceptionally intense classic Damask rose perfume, easily filling a small area; ideal where strong scent is a priority, such as near doors, paths or seating spots used regularly.
Rose hip characteristics
Produces moderate numbers of spherical red hips, around 10–15 mm across, extending the season of interest into autumn and adding a subtle traditional touch in mixed plantings.
Resistance and hardiness
Very good resistance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust; reliably hardy to about −29 to −32 °C (RHS H7, USDA 4b), making it robust in exposed, cold-winter sites.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in fertile, well-drained soil with regular watering, especially in dry spells. Suitable for borders, park-style plantings, hedging and as a specimen; prefers sun but tolerates light partial shade.
ARTHUR DE SANSAL® offers richly scented, dark-crimson blooms on a healthy, repeat-flowering shrub that fits small gardens, while its own-root habit supports long-term, low-fuss structure, so You can plant with confidence and enjoy it for many years.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
ARTHUR DE SANSAL® – dark crimson historic Damask rose - Cochet
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Competition and Show Awards:
American Rose Society – Dowager Rose Queen Award (Tropical Rose Society Show, 2001); Judges' Challenge Award (Inland Valley Rose Club Show, 2000)
Pollinator Attraction:
Because this variety bears fully double flowers with the stamens concealed and inaccessible to insects, it does not attract pollinators.
Our product is a rose grown with unique pharmaROSA® cultivation technology!
2 litre, own-root, potted rose.
With shoots appropriate to the season.
With roots thoroughly interwoven through the growing medium.
Quality in line with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
In unique packaging that prevents damage.
Can be planted during frost-free periods.
True-to-type rose plant with an individual 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.
Stock: several varieties and several stages of development in a short stock section.Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.Root system: presentation of the strong root system interwoven through the growing medium with the pot removed.Balance: mature plant where the development of the root system and the shoots is in harmony.
Information about the videos
The video series is not a “seasonal showcase”, but makes the essence of pharmaROSA® own-root production tangible: how the plant is built, what the root system is like and how the shoots renew themselves. The footage was therefore taken at different times, showing plants at different stages of development, so mixed leaf coverage or differing growth stages may appear in the videos. This is not a “sample” of the batch delivered, but an illustration of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose available to order — typical of the given period and similar to what you can expect to receive in the parcel — is shown at the top 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.
