The inner side of the petals is a deep, vivid pink, while the outer side shows a delicate creamy hue. - nostalgia rose - very strong, long-lasting scented rose - fragrance description not available
– Very strong, long‑lasting romantic fragrance
– XL, very full globular blooms in clusters
– Bushy, compact shrub for beds and hedges
– Excellent resistance to black spot, mildew, rust
– Hardy to around –20 °C for tough winters Special feature: Season‑spanning blooms for climate‑smart gardens.
Season-spanning – Climate-conscious choice
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
18,80 €
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CRÉDIT MUTUEL – pink nostalgic shrub rose for easy-going Irish gardens
If You want a low-fuss rose that simply settles in and flowers, CRÉDIT MUTUEL from the Les Provençelles collection offers a blend of reliable performance and romantic charm. Its bushy, compact habit suits small Irish front gardens where space is precious, and the very full, globular blooms bring a nostalgic cottage feel in deep pink and cream. Strong, long-lasting scent gives You classic fragrance without complicated care, while outstanding disease resistance keeps the foliage clean and glossy in our damp, fungus-prone climate. As an own-root plant, it builds a stable shrub with the potential for a long lifespan and reliable regrowth. In a 2‑litre pot it arrives well rooted and easy to handle, so You can simply plant, water and watch it develop through the first seasons, forming roots in year one, structure in year two and full ornamental value by year three, even where heavier soils need thoughtful drainage.
Freshly opened Crédit Mutuel bloom with fuchsia-pink center and cream-white outer petals.
Crédit Mutuel rose in full bloom, showing its very full, globular pink flowers.
Crédit Mutuel in closed bud, showing the dark pink form with a pale cream edge.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front garden focal shrub
The compact, bushy habit and XL, globular blooms quickly create a visible feature near your front door without overwhelming a small space, ideal when You want a neat but characterful welcome for beginners
Romantic cottage-style bed
Very full, deeply pink flowers with creamy outer petals give a nostalgic, old-rose look that combines beautifully with perennials and fits informal Irish cottage borders for romantics
Low-maintenance family flowerbed
High resistance to black spot, powdery mildew and rust means fewer sprays, less fuss and more time to enjoy the flowers, suiting busy households who still value a presentable garden for families
Long-lived structural planting
As an own-root shrub, CRÉDIT MUTUEL develops its final shape in place, offering stable growth, good regeneration after pruning and a planting that matures gracefully over many seasons for planners
Small group planting of 3–5 roses
Planting in a loose group at the recommended spacing creates a rounded, flowering mound that reads as one unit, giving generous colour from a modest area for small-gardens
Season-spanning bed with repeat colour
Remontant flowering with a generous second flush extends the display across the main garden season, helping mixed beds stay lively without frequent replanting for value-seekers
Sunny patio or balcony container (40–50 litres minimum)
In a large, well-drained container it forms a tidy, fragrant shrub that’s easy to water and tend at arm’s reach, useful for paved urban spaces or rented homes where permanent beds are limited for renters
Exposed but sunny suburban beds
Healthy foliage and robust shrub structure cope well where air is humid and weather changeable, helping the plant stay presentable despite frequent rain and high fungal pressure typical of our Atlantic-influenced conditions for coastal-gardeners
Decorating ideas
Cottage Front Trio – Plant three CRÉDIT MUTUEL in a shallow arc backed by lavender and catmint for a soft, romantic entryway – ideal for lovers of classic cottage style and scented paths
Pink-and-Cream Ribbon – Use a short hedge of this rose along a drive, underplant with white campanulas and soft grasses for a low, flowing ribbon of colour – perfect for homeowners wanting gentle formality without rigidity
Patio Feature Pot – Place one plant in a 40–50 litre terracotta pot with trailing thyme at the base to highlight the shrub’s shape and fragrance – suited to balcony and terrace gardeners with limited soil
Season-Long Bed – Combine CRÉDIT MUTUEL with threadleaf coreopsis and English bluebeard so the repeating pink roses play against blue and yellow partners – great for busy families seeking colour from spring to autumn
Romantic Specimen Corner – Give one shrub pride of place near a bench, framed by hydrangeas and evergreen box, to enjoy its scent at close quarters – ideal for those who like a calm, contemplative seating nook
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Crédit Mutuel Les Provençelles is a shrub nostalgia rose, commercial romantic group, registered as MAScremu and bred for garden use rather than exhibition, with verified cultivar authenticity for reliable identity.
Origin and breeding
Bred in France by Dominique Massad and introduced in 2015 through Pétales de Roses, parentage not recorded, representing modern French romantic-style shrub breeding with strong ornamental value for private gardens.
Growth and structure
Forms a bushy, compact shrub around 75–105 cm high and 60–80 cm wide, with dense, mid-green glossy foliage and moderate prickliness, creating a rounded outline suited to beds, low hedges and specimen planting.
Flower morphology
Very full, globular to pompon flowers with more than 40 petals, produced mainly in clusters, XL size around or above 3.5 inches, giving a lush, old-fashioned appearance and strong presence in small to medium borders.
Colour and phenology
Buds open deep fuchsia-pink with creamy outer petals, then fade to pastel pink with almost white outer edges, creating pink-and-cream bicolour effects that evolve during the bloom, adding interest over the flowering period.
Fragrance and aroma
Described as a very strong, long-lasting scented rose, with a traditional perfume character, designed for ornamental enjoyment near paths, doors and seating where the fragrance can be appreciated in everyday garden use.
Rose hip characteristics
Occasionally develops small spherical red hips about 8–12 mm across, adding a discreet seasonal detail but not the main decorative feature, as the variety is primarily grown for its flowers and scent.
Resistance and hardiness
Rated resistant to black spot, powdery mildew and rust, with hardiness around −21 to −18 °C (H7, USDA 6b, Swedish zone 3), well suited to typical Irish winters and damp conditions with standard garden care.
Horticultural recommendations
Prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil, spacing 40–75 cm depending on use, low maintenance requirements and good disease resistance make it suitable for flowerbeds, parks and solitary specimens in family gardens.
CRÉDIT MUTUEL offers strong fragrance, healthy foliage and compact, long-lived own-root growth for easy-care Irish gardens, making it a reassuring choice if You want a reliable romantic rose to enjoy over many seasons.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
CRÉDIT MUTUEL – pink nostalgic rose - Massad
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Pollinator Attraction:
Very double (40+ petals) flowers attract pollinators only to a limited extent, as the double flower form and the reduced accessibility of the stamens hinder insects from reaching nectar and pollen.
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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