Rich mid-pink shade with a subtle silvery sheen. - historic, portland rose - very strongly scented, noticeable from a distance rose - classic damask character
– Award-winning heritage rose of distinction
– Strongly scented classic damask fragrance
– Rich mid-pink blooms with silvery sheen
– Bushy, upright habit for beds and borders
– Excellent disease resistance in garden use Speisialta: Fuar‑crua go dtí –32 °C le H7 cruas.
Dedicated owners – Enjoyable everyday garden life
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
19,40 €
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COMTE DE CHAMBORD – pink historic Portland rose - Robert & Moreau
If You dream of a romantic old rose that feels at home in an Irish garden without complicated care, Comte de Chambord is a dependable choice. This historic Portland rose forms a compact, bushy shrub that fits neatly into front gardens and smaller beds, coping well with typical Irish conditions of moist soil and frequent rain thanks to its reliable disease resistance. The strongly scented, classic damask blooms create a rich fragrance you notice as You pass the front door, while the very double pink flowers give that soft, nostalgic cottage look. In a 2‑litre own‑root container it arrives well established and easy to handle, so You can simply plant and let it grow. Own‑root growth supports long lifespan and regeneration after pruning, keeping the bush tidy and attractive for years with just occasional deadheading. Its medium height and upright habit make it ideal as a specimen or in small groups of three, where it forms a structured, mid‑border feature without dominating the whole bed. Partial‑shade tolerance means it suits many Irish front gardens that only get sun for part of the day. Over time it settles into its spot: first year focusing on roots, second year on stronger shoots, and by the third year offering its full ornamental value as a mature, fragrant shrub.
Freshly opened bloom of Comte de Chambord in mid-pink.
Comte de Chambord: a bimbótól a kinyílt, középrózsaszín virágig.
Closed bud of Comte de Chambord, showing the deep rich pink colouring.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front garden feature shrub
Compact, bushy growth and medium height create a tidy focal point close to the house, giving You historic charm without needing a large border; suits busy homeowners who want character with manageable upkeep for the family
Small group planting (3–5 plants)
Planted in a loose triangle, the rounded habit and rich pink colour form a coherent block of colour that reads well from the street, ideal for those wanting a neat, romantic look with simple, repetitive planting for the beginner
Near seating areas or paths
The very strong classic damask fragrance carries well in still evening air, so a plant by a bench, patio or path lets You enjoy scent on everyday walks through the garden, suiting people who value sensory relaxation for the evenings
Mixed cottage-style border
Suits informal Irish cottage borders where its old-fashioned pink rosettes pair beautifully with airy grasses and perennials, providing structure and height without overwhelming neighbouring plants, ideal for relaxed country-garden lovers in the countryside
Part-shade town or suburban gardens
Tolerates partial shade, so it performs in many Irish front gardens screened by houses or walls, still flowering generously in half-day sun, reassuring for urban gardeners whose plots are not perfectly oriented toward the south
Heritage and collector’s rose beds
An award-winning historic rose with renowned garden merit, ideal for heritage beds where proven performance and authentic old-rose character matter, giving enthusiasts a reliable, long-lived shrub that justifies a dedicated space for the collector
Low-hedge or border edging
With its bushy, upright habit and recommended spacing, it can form a soft, flowering low hedge along paths or driveways, offering a graceful, scented boundary that stays at a manageable height for trimming for the border
Large patio container (40–50 litres minimum)
Grows well in a generous pot where drainage can be controlled in wetter spells and roots kept comfortable, an advantage in areas with regular Atlantic rain and wind, ideal for those wanting a movable focal point near doors or terraces for the patio
Decorating ideas
Cottage Path Welcome – Line a front path with Comte de Chambord underplanted with creeping thyme for scented steps – for lovers of informal, storybook cottage entrances
Romantic Patio Pot – Place one rose in a 40–50 litre terracotta pot with trailing ivy to frame a seating corner – for balcony and small-terrace owners seeking maximum charm in limited space
Heritage Feature Bed – Combine this historic rose with smoke bush and tufted hairgrass for a soft, hazy backdrop – for gardeners who appreciate period character and gentle, muted colour palettes
Calm Reading Corner – Position a single shrub beside a favourite bench where its strong scent creates a quiet retreat – for anyone wanting a low-effort, fragrant nook for tea and books
Neat Front-Border Trio – Plant three roses in a shallow arc in front of evergreen shrubs to add seasonal colour and form – for busy households who favour simple, repeatable planting schemes
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Comte de Chambord, historic Portland rose; American Rose Society exhibition name Comte de Chambord; collection Heritage rose; unregistered cultivar used under its traditional trade name.
Origin and breeding
Bred in France by André Robert and François Moreau, Faisanderie Moreau-Robert, from ‘Duchesse de Portland’ × ‘Baronne Prévost’; breeding c. 1858, introduced 1863, long established in historical rose collections.
Awards and recognitions
Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit (1993); World Federation of Rose Societies Old Rose Hall of Fame (2022); multiple American Rose Society Dowager Queen titles between 1998 and 2005.
Growth and structure
Bushy, upright shrub reaching about 80–130 cm in height and spread; moderately dense, mid-green, slightly glossy foliage; sparsely thorned shoots make handling and pruning more comfortable in family gardens.
Flower morphology
Large, very double, cup-shaped blooms with 40+ petals, often in clusters; classic old-rose rosette form; once-blooming habit gives a concentrated main flush, with most spent flowers benefiting from timely deadheading.
Colour and phenology
Rich mid-pink with a subtle silvery sheen; buds deep pink with a silvery tint, opening to mid-pink and ageing to paler pastel tones in strong sun; colour remains more vivid in cooler, milder weather conditions.
Fragrance and aroma
Very strongly scented with a classic damask character, easily noticed from a distance in still air; well suited for planting near paths, doors or seating where fragrance is appreciated during daily garden use.
Rose hip characteristics
Rose hip set is generally poor due to the full double flowers; where formed, hips are small to medium, about 14–23 mm long, egg-shaped and red, with limited ornamental impact compared with the flowering display.
Resistance and hardiness
Hardy to around −32 to −29 °C (USDA zone 4b, RHS H7, Swedish zone 5); resistant to powdery mildew and black spot, moderate against rust; prefers regular watering during prolonged heat or drought periods.
Horticultural recommendations
Suited to beds, specimen planting, low hedges and cutting; spacing from 90–180 cm depending on use; medium maintenance, mainly pruning and deadheading; performs in full sun to partial shade in average garden soils.
COMTE DE CHAMBORD gives You richly scented historic blooms, compact easy-care growth and long-lived own-root reliability, making it a reassuring choice when You want a rose that simply settles in and performs.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
COMTE DE CHAMBORD – pink historic Portland rose - Robert & Moreau
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Competition and Show Awards:
Royal Horticultural Society – Award of Garden Merit (1993); World Federation of Rose Societies – Old Rose Hall of Fame (2022); American Rose Society – multiple Dowager Queen title (1998–2005)
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
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