Miniature – dwarf rose

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Babszem Jankó

Mini - dwarf rose

- – Győry Szilveszter

Pure white base colour with a delicate ivory shade. - dwarf, mini rose - very weak, barely perceptible scented rose - fresh, raspberry-scented

– Charming miniature size for small spaces
– Abundant, well repeating flowering all season
– Elegant white to ivory blooms with yellow eye
– Compact, dense habit ideal for containers
– Glossy mid‑green foliage, sparsely thorned stems
Különleges jellemző: Meseszerű, törpe méretű rózsa, magyar népmesehős nevét viseli.
Mindful garden investment – Green mindset
Babszem Jankó
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
18,80 €
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BABSZEM JANKÓ – white dwarf miniature rose – Győry

Tiny but full of charm, BABSZEM JANKÓ is a dwarf miniature rose that fits perfectly into Irish family gardens and balcony spaces where every inch counts. Its compact, 20–30 cm growth makes it ideal for neat edges, grave surrounds and containers, especially where you want a clean, ordered look without overgrown shrubs. Clusters of white to ivory blooms appear repeatedly through the season, holding their colour well in our changeable weather and brighter spells along coasts where good air circulation helps it cope with humid conditions. As an own-root rose, it settles in steadily, giving you a reliable, long-lived little shrub that can regenerate from the base if ever cut back hard. In the first year it mainly builds roots, in the second year stronger shoots, and by the third season you can expect its full ornamental impact as a dense, flowering mini feature.


Babszem Jankó in different opening phases, from ivory bud to white bloom.
Babszem Jankó is a very small miniature rose with 0.5–1.5 in flowers.

Use cases

Target areaReason
Small front garden edging This dwarf rose forms a low, tidy 20–30 cm line that frames paths and drives without blocking windows or views, ideal when you want structure in a small front garden but have little time for complex pruning – perfect for beginners
Balcony or terrace containers Its compact, upright habit suits pots and troughs, where it stays in scale and repeats flowering; choose a minimum 40–50 litre container with regular watering so it doesn’t dry out, making life easier for urban-owners
Rock gardens and gravel corners The tiny stature and glossy mid-green foliage sit well among stones and low perennials, giving precise white accents that don’t swamp neighbouring plants, a good choice for tidy, low-level interest for detail-lovers
Formal cemetery planting Dense foliage, regular clusters of white flowers and a restrained height make it particularly suitable for graves and memorial beds, where a calm, orderly, long-lived rose is appreciated by family-carers
Neat patio rose groups (1–5 plants) Planting several together creates a petite, cloud-like mound of white bloom that develops gradually: year one focuses on rooting, year two brings stronger shoots, year three full effect, giving steady satisfaction for patient-gardeners
Low mixed border with perennials Its repeat flowering and very good colour retention make a stable white base among small companions such as marigolds or verbena, ideal where you want a simple, harmonious scheme that still looks designed for style-seekers
Coastal or windy sites with shelter The miniature, sturdy framework is less likely to snap in wind, and in spots with good air movement it can better cope with damp Irish weather and associated fungal pressure, suiting gently exposed gardens of sea-side
Container by the front door Placed in a generous pot near entrances, its small size, clean white flowers and occasional raspberry-fresh scent give a welcoming look without overwhelming the doorway, an uncomplicated choice for busy homeowners

Decorating ideas

  • Cottage-White Edging – line a small front path with BABSZEM JANKÓ and low French marigolds for a soft white-and-gold cottage look – ideal for time-poor homeowners
  • Balcony Jewel Pot – plant three mini bushes in a 40–50 litre container with trailing thyme to highlight its tiny proportions – perfect for apartment gardeners
  • Rockery Snow Drift – tuck individual plants among grey stones and small sedums to create little “snow patches” of bloom – great for lovers of minimalist rock gardens
  • Quiet Memorial Planting – combine with soft grasses and white verbena for a restrained, serene grave or remembrance corner – fitting for families seeking calm planting
  • Neat Patio Trio – group three pots with BABSZEM JANKÓ, lavender and rosemary for a tidy, fragrant patio set – suited to those wanting easy but stylish outdoor seating areas

Technical cultivar profile
ParameterData
Name and registration Miniature, dwarf commercial type sold as BABSZEM JANKÓ – white dwarf miniature rose – Győry; part of the Mini – dwarf rose collection; own-root, pharmaROSA ORIGINAL 2-litre garden rose for private gardens.
Origin and breeding Miniature shrub rose bred by Győry Szilveszter, breeding year 2013; parentage and breeding institution not recorded; introduced to the market by PharmaRosa Ltd., Hungary; precise registration and introduction dates not available.
Growth and structure Dwarf, compact shrub reaching around 20–30 cm in both height and spread; dense, mid-green, glossy foliage; sparsely thorned shoots; naturally forms a low, rounded cushion ideal for edging, containers and tightly defined planting areas.
Flower morphology Semi-double, flat, cluster-flowered blooms with 13–25 petals; small flower size of about 0.5–1.5 inches; flowers borne in clusters over the plant; repeats well through the season, with the second flush usually also rich and ornamental.
Colour and phenology Pure white base colour with a delicate ivory cast; buds ivory-cream, opening to white with a pale butter to lemon-yellow throat; stamens golden yellow, ageing to ochre-brown; petals fade slightly to a creamy beige yet retain very good colour stability.
Fragrance and aroma Fragrance is very weak and barely perceptible, with a fresh, light, raspberry-like note detectable at close range in favourable conditions; primarily grown for visual effect rather than scent; limited attractiveness to pollinators due to flower form.
Rose hip characteristics Hip production is limited because the semi-double flowers set seed only occasionally; when present, small spherical hips of about 4–6 mm may form, turning bright red and adding slight decorative interest late in the season.
Resistance and hardiness Fully hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, Swedish Zone 3, USDA 6b); suitable for most Irish conditions but sensitive to fungal diseases, especially rust; benefits from regular preventative plant protection and good airflow in humid climates.
Horticultural recommendations Best in full sun with well-drained soil; suits balcony pots, rock gardens, borders, small beds and cemetery planting; water containers regularly, avoiding prolonged drought; spacing 15–30 cm depending on use, 16–18 plants per m² for mass planting.

BABSZEM JANKÓ offers tiny, compact growth and reliable repeat white flowering, and as an own-root mini rose it can stay attractive for many years with simple care, making it a thoughtful choice if you want a long-term small feature.

Detailed product attributes

Product Identification Data

Product Name: BABSZEM JANKÓ – white dwarf miniature rose - Győry
Product Type: pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Cultivar Authenticity: Verified:19.03.2025
Cultivar Merit Rating: premium bronze
Item Number: [1099] 40-075 (14.02.2026) pharmarosa.ie

Name and Registration

Cultivar Name Meaning: The name "Babszem Jankó" refers to the tiny, cunning hero of Hungarian folktales, indicating the cultivar's exceptionally small stature.
Trade Name: Babszem Jankó Mini - dwarf rose Győry
Rose Group: Miniature
Commercial Type: dwarf, mini rose
Commercial Group: Mini - dwarf rose
Exhibition Category: exhibition miniature shrub rose
Collection: Mini - dwarf rose

Origin and Breeding

Initial Distributor: PharmaRosa® Ltd. (Hungary)
Year of Introduction: Data not available
Registration Year: Data not available
Breeder: Győry Szilveszter
Breeding Company / Institution: unknown / no data
Breeding Year: -, 2013
Parentage: unknown

Growth and Structural Characteristics

Height: 0.7-1ft (20-30 cm)
Spread: 0.7-1ft (20-30 cm)
Growth Habit: compact, dwarf
Foliage: This variety has dense foliage. Its leaves have a glossy surface and a mid-green shade.
Prickliness: sparsely thorned
Self-Cleaning Description: No data on self-cleaning.
Self-Cleaning Intensity: No data on self-cleaning strength.

Flower Morphology

Petal Count: 13-25
Flower Fullness: semi-double
Flower Form: flat
Flower Size: S (0,5-1,5 in)
Inflorescence Type: cluster-flowered
Colour Code: ARS code: R RHS code: 46A, 45B
Repeat Flowering: Repeats well; the second flowering is also abundant.

Colour Data and Phenology

Colour: white
Flower Colour: Pure white base colour with a delicate ivory shade.
Closed Bud: Ivory–cream bud.
Freshly Opened Flower: Pure white petals with a faint butter- to lemon-yellow flush at the throat, the stamens a vivid golden yellow.
Full Bloom: Simple, snow-white to ivory petals with a contrasting yellowish 'eye'.
Pre-Fading Flower: The white petals fade to a slightly translucent, creamy–beige tone, and the stamens deepen to an ochre‑brown.
Colour Fading Description: On opening, the white–ivory petals fade slightly to a creamy–beige tone, while the yellowish centre remains.

Fragrance and Aroma

Fragrance Strength: very weak, barely perceptible scented rose
Fragrance Character: fresh, raspberry-scented
Pollinator Attraction: Because its flowers are strongly double, reducing stamen accessibility, it attracts pollinators poorly.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating: Semi-double flowered, pollinator-friendly: limited, attracts pollinators poorly.

Rose Hip Characteristics

Rose Hip Shape: spherical
Rose Hip Colour: bright red
Rose Hip Notes: Formation of rose hips is expected to be limited because of the double flowers; occasionally spherical, bright red hips 4–6 mm in diameter may appear.

Resistance and Hardiness

Hardiness (°C): -21–-18 °C
Heat and Drought Tolerance Description: Suitable for container growth but requires regular watering; does not tolerate prolonged drought.
Disease Resistance: sensitive
  • powdery mildew – medium
  • black spot – medium
  • rust – very sensitive

Horticultural Recommendations

Recommended Spacing: for mass planting 20 cm, for hedging 15 cm, as a solitary specimen 30 cm
Planting Density: square planting 16 plants/m², hexagonal arrangement 18 plants/m²
Partial Shade Tolerance: Best in a sunny position
Maintenance Requirements: Maintenance requirement high; due to poor disease resistance, regular plant protection is necessary.
Key Uses: balcony, container, rock garden, border, cemetery, flower bed

Notes

Strengths: Mindful garden investment – Green mindset
Companion Plants: Tagetes patula - low French marigold Crocosmia sp - garden montbretia Verbena hastata 'Pink Spires' - densely flowering pink verbena
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BABSZEM JANKÓ – white dwarf miniature rose - Győry
Pure white base colour with a delicate ivory shade. - dwarf, mini rose - very weak, barely perceptible scented rose - fresh, raspberry-scented
The rose webshop. - white - dwarf, mini rose - Babszem Jankó - (0.7-1ft (20-30 cm))
Inflorescence: cluster-flowered Height: 0.7-1ft (20-30 cm) Flower shape: flat Winter hardiness: 6b white - PharmaRosa® Ltd. (Hungary) dwarf, mini rose - Flower size: S (0,5-1,5 in) Flower size: S (0,5-1,5 in) - Height: 0.7-1ft (20-30 cm) Height: 0.7-1ft (20-30 cm) - Flower fullness: semi-double Babszem Jankó - Roses in the garden | pharmaROSA® Original - premium bronze Győry Szilveszter

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Care guide

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
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