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– Strong, far-reaching classic rose fragrance
– Abundant repeat flowering all season
– Rich apricot-pink, softly fading blooms
– Compact, upright shrub for borders
– Good hardiness and disease tolerance Gné speisialta: Foirfe do ghairdíní stíl nádúrtha agus grúpálacha rómánsúla.
Naturalistic style – Gentle landscaping
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
18,60 €
3.5(5116)
Dames de Chenonceau – DELpabra bedding shrub rose (pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL)
If You dream of a romantic front garden that still feels easy to manage, Dames de Chenonceau is a welcoming choice for Irish family plots. Its upright, bushy habit forms a neat, compact shrub that fits comfortably into smaller beds and borders, yet carries generous clusters of large, cup-shaped blooms. The flowers open in warm apricot‑pink, blending peach and soft rose tones that gradually wash into pastel, cottage‑garden charm. This floribunda keeps sending waves of blossoms through the season, giving reliable repeat colour without demanding fussy pruning. Own‑root plants settle steadily into the soil, building long‑lived, balanced bushes that can regenerate well after harsh winters or strong pruning. In typical Irish conditions with frequent rain and heavier soils, it appreciates simple drainage yet stands up reassuringly well to common leaf diseases. Give the roots time to anchor in year one, more flowering shoots in year two, and by year three You can expect full, romantic impact with an enveloping, far‑carried fragrance.
Cup-shaped, very double blooms of Dames de Chenonceau.
Dense, dark green foliage of Dames de Chenonceau
Very double, cup-shaped blooms with 40+ petals and a pale peach centre.
Cup-shaped, very double apricot-pink blooms of Dames de Chenonceau.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front garden focal point near the entrance
Dames de Chenonceau forms a compact, upright shrub that stays within 80–100 cm, ideal where You want structure without blocking paths or windows. The neat shape makes your entrance look cared‑for with minimal shaping, suitable for the busy homeowner
Romantic cottage‑style bed under windows
The warm apricot‑pink cups and soft colour transitions give a classic cottage feel that softens walls and hard edges. It pairs beautifully with soft perennials and traditional Irish planting, perfect for the romantic gardener
Season‑long colour in a small border
This floribunda flowers in clusters and repeats strongly, so even a short strip beside a driveway or path gains steady colour from early summer onwards, helping smaller gardens feel full and lively for the urban garden owner
Low‑effort rose group of 3–5 plants
With moderate maintenance needs and resistance to powdery mildew and black spot, it gives a dependable display in simple groups without complex spraying routines, encouraging confidence for the beginner
Long‑term planting in a family back garden
As an own‑root shrub, it develops its final bush shape in place, rebuilding from its base if cut back and offering many years of stable ornamental value, reassuring for the long‑term planner
Feature rose in a large patio container
In a 40–50 litre container with good drainage, its controlled height and bushy habit create a dense, flowering mound that works on terraces or balconies, especially where ground planting is limited, attractive to the apartment gardener
Beds exposed to frequent rain and humidity
Bred with solid resistance to powdery mildew and black spot, it keeps foliage healthy even in damp Irish summers, as long as water drains away from the roots, well suited to the low‑maintenance seeker
Scented seating area or path edge
The strong, far‑scented rose aroma carries on still evenings, so a few plants along a path or beside a bench can create a noticeable fragrance zone for the scent lover
Decorating ideas
Cottage Ribbon Border – Plant a loose row of Dames de Chenonceau with clumps of Lychnis and ornamental alliums to create a soft, storybook feel along a front fence – perfect for lovers of traditional cottage gardens
Entrance Welcome Group – Place three shrubs in a gentle triangle by the driveway, underplanted with low lavender to echo the apricot‑pink blooms and provide year‑round structure – ideal for homeowners who want instant kerb appeal
Patio Rose Feature – Grow one plant in a 40–50 litre terracotta pot, and surround the rim with trailing thyme or creeping campanula for colour at different heights – suited to balcony and terrace gardeners
Calm Evening Corner – Combine Dames de Chenonceau with pale hydrangeas and soft ornamental grasses near a bench to enjoy colour and perfume in the late light – made for people who unwind in the garden after work
Naturalistic Mixed Bed – Weave this rose through a bed of airy perennials such as verbena and salvias for a relaxed, meadow‑inspired planting that still looks tidy – great for those who like a wild look without chaos
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Floribunda shrub rose, registered as DELpabra, marketed as Dames de Chenonceau. Part of the Bedding rose collection, commercial type flowerbed shrub rose, ARS exhibition name Dames de Chenonceau.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Georges Delbard, France, introduced in 2002 by Pépinières et Roseraies Georges Delbard SA. Parentage is not recorded; developed as a floribunda shrub for decorative bedding use.
Growth and structure
Upright, bushy habit with dense, dark green, slightly glossy foliage. Typical height 80–100 cm, spread 50–70 cm. Moderately thorny shoots give a robust shrub that fills out beds without becoming leggy.
Flower morphology
Large, very double, cup-shaped blooms with more than 40 petals. Flowers appear in clusters of 3–5 per stem, providing a full effect. Repeat flowering is abundant, including a strong second flush in summer.
Colour and phenology
Apricot‑pink overall, blending warm pink with peach tones. Buds are deep rose‑peach, opening to salmon‑pink with peach‑orange inner veils. Colours fade gently to creamy pastel pink, retaining good decorative quality.
Fragrance and aroma
Fragrance described as strong and far‑scented, with a classic rose character. Scent carries well in still air, making it suitable for planting near paths, patios and seating where the perfume can be appreciated.
Rose hip characteristics
Hip set is generally low due to the very double flowers. When present, hips are small, ovoid, 10–14 mm across, coloured red (RHS 40A), and are mainly of visual rather than wildlife or culinary interest.
Resistance and hardiness
Hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C (USDA zone 6b, RHS H7). Good resistance to powdery mildew and black spot, moderate against rust. Heat and drought tolerance moderate; needs watering in prolonged dry spells.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in full sun with fertile, well‑drained soil; improve heavy clay before planting. Space 40 cm for mass planting or 65 cm as a specimen. Plant 5.7–6.6 plants/m² for bedding. Occasional deadheading improves appearance.
Dames de Chenonceau offers compact, tidy growth, abundant repeat flowering and strong fragrance, and as an own-root rose it matures into a durable, regenerating shrub You can plant with confidence.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
DELPABRA – peach-pink bedding shrub rose - Delbard
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Flower Colour:
A warm pink base is painted with a delicate transition of peachy shades. The centre of the petals has a slight orange lustre.
Closed Bud:
Deep rose‑peach tone with a coral undertone and a glossy finish.
Freshly Opened Flower:
Soft salmon-pink on the outer petals, with a vivid peach–orange veil in the inner parts.
Full Bloom:
The rosette’s centre is pale peach, and the edges lighten to a pastel pink.
Pre-Fading Flower:
The colours soften to a creamy pink with a delicate peach-beige tint.
Colour Fading Description:
As the bloom opens, the pink–peach tones fade to a pastel, creamy pink; in strong sunlight they become paler, while in cool conditions they remain deeper.
Pollinator Attraction:
With strongly double blooms (double form) where the stamens are largely hidden and inaccessible, it attracts pollinators poorly.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Its very double flowers conceal the stamens, making it primarily an ornamental variety.
Rose Hip Notes:
Hip formation is expected to be limited due to the double flowers; occasionally produces ovoid red (RHS 40A) hips 10–14 mm in diameter.
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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