Vivid deep pink shade with a slight raspberry‑red tinge. - bedding polyantha rose - very weak, barely perceptible scented rose - scent description not available
– Abundant clusters of vivid pink pompons
– Reliable repeat flowering through the season
– Compact growth ideal for beds and edging
– Hardy to Irish winters, RHS H7 rated
– Medium disease resistance for easier care Special feature: Historic 1929 Polyantha with award‑winning spray display.
Refined forms – Horticultural expertise
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
17,80 €
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DICK KOSTER™ – pink flowerbed polyantha rose
If You would like a neat, reliable front garden rose that does not take over Your free time, DICK KOSTER™ is a compact polyantha that delivers months of tidy clusters of vivid pink pompon blooms on a naturally low, rounded bush. Its dense, glossy foliage and modest height make it ideal for edging paths, driveways and beds in typical Irish family gardens, even where humidity and fungal pressure can be an issue. This own‑root, 2‑litre plant settles in steadily, forming a long‑lived, balanced bush that copes well with everyday garden conditions once established. The small, ball‑shaped flowers appear repeatedly in large clusters, providing a soft, romantic cottage‑style feel without demanding advanced pruning skills. In the first year the roots establish, in the second the shoots fill out, and by the third year the full ornamental value of this rose becomes clear, creating a stable, low hedge or edging that keeps its shape. It is particularly well suited to small groups of 3–5 plants for a structured yet informal look, and also works in larger containers from 40–50 litres on sheltered patios. Choose DICK KOSTER™ if You want a compact, edging, clustered, romantic, reliable, long‑lived rose that simply fits into Your everyday garden.
Freshly opened bloom of Dick Koster™ in deep pink.
Closed bud of Dick Koster™ bedding polyantha rose.
A Dick Koster fényes, sötétzöld lombja napfényben is jól látható.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front garden edging along paths or driveways
The compact, low growth habit and 35–50 cm height create a tidy, continuous edging that does not overpower narrow spaces while still flowering generously for much of the season, suiting beginners who want an orderly, welcoming entrance front‑garden owners
Small flowerbeds near the house
Its rounded form and repeat clusters of deep pink pompon blooms give a soft, romantic effect in modest‑sized borders, fitting well into Irish cottage‑style planting where wet, mild weather and lingering moisture are common in the growing season busy home gardeners
Planted at 30–35 cm intervals, DICK KOSTER™ forms a low, coherent line that reads as a flowering hedge, useful for subtly separating lawn from beds while remaining easy to trim and refresh with simple deadheading when needed family‑garden planners
Small groups of 3–5 plants in mixed borders
The dense foliage and rounded bushes make excellent “blocks” of colour in mixed perennial borders; repeating these small groups ties the planting together visually without complicated design work or intensive maintenance regimes style‑conscious beginners
Container planting on patio, balcony or doorstep
In a 40–50 litre container with good drainage, this compact rose maintains its shape and repeat clusters, offering long‑season colour in paved or gravelled spaces where soil is limited, provided regular watering is given in dry spells urban patio owners
Urban green strips and small front lawns
The modest height, medium disease resistance and remontant flowering suit exposed, everyday situations such as small lawns, parking edges or municipal‑style frontages where simple, robust planting is preferred over delicate show roses low‑maintenance seekers
Pollinator‑friendly cottage‑style corners
Semi‑double flowers attract pollinators moderately while the constant succession of blooms keeps some pollen and nectar available; combine with herbs and perennials for a soft, wildlife‑supporting area without losing structure nature‑minded gardeners
Traditional bedding displays and rose parterres
The cluster‑flowering habit and regular, ball‑shaped blooms lend themselves to classic bedding patterns and formal parterres, giving a refined, old‑fashioned look that remains manageable thanks to its compact growth and own‑root resilience heritage‑style enthusiasts
Decorating ideas
Cottage‑style trio – Plant 3–5 DICK KOSTER™ in a loose triangle with panicled phlox for height and baby’s‑breath for airiness – ideal for lovers of soft, romantic cottage gardens
Neat front edging – Line a path with evenly spaced plants and underplant with low glaucous sedge for a clean, all‑season frame – suited to homeowners who like tidy, structured entrances
Patio focal pot – Grow one plant in a 40–50 litre terracotta container and surround the base with trailing herbs for scent and texture – perfect for small patios or balconies needing a simple focal point
Mixed border rhythm – Repeat small groups among hydrangeas and hardy perennials to create stepping stones of pink colour – for gardeners who want easy coherence without design complexity
Family‑friendly play‑border – Use as a low flowering edge beside lawns, leaving clear access paths and pairing with tough groundcovers – great for families who want flowers without high‑maintenance demands
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
DICK KOSTER™ is a polyantha bedding rose; registered cultivar name Dick Koster, ARS exhibition name Dick Koster, part of the Bedding rose collection and used mainly as a bush, cluster‑flowered exhibition rose.
Origin and breeding
Sport of ‘Anneke Koster’, bred by D. A. Koster & Sons in Boskoop, Netherlands and introduced in 1929; an unregistered cultivar that has remained a classic compact polyantha for traditional bedding schemes.
Awards and recognitions
Recipient of the Polyantha Spray Award from the Raleigh Rose Society (USA) in 2001, recognising its reliable spray performance and attractive, well‑formed clusters in exhibition and garden settings.
Growth and structure
Compact, rounded bush 35–50 cm high with 40–60 cm spread; dense, glossy dark green foliage and moderately thorny stems; self‑cleaning is medium so some spent clusters may need light manual removal.
Flower morphology
Semi‑double, ball‑shaped pompon flowers with 13–25 petals, small size (about 0.5–1.5 inches) borne in large clusters; remontant with particularly abundant second flush, creating a strong bedding effect.
Colour and phenology
Vivid deep pink with slight raspberry‑red tinge; buds are dark pink, centres briefly paler, then open to even deep pink and gradually fade to a delicate powder‑pink with lighter petal edges before withering.
Fragrance and aroma
Fragrance is very weak and barely perceptible, making this variety best chosen for its visual effect and flower form rather than scent; suitable where strong perfume is not required or might be overwhelming.
Rose hip characteristics
Produces moderate quantities of small, spherical hips 5–7 mm in diameter, coloured orange‑red; decorative in close view but generally secondary to the main ornamental role of the continuous pink flowering.
Resistance and hardiness
Hardy to about −26 to −23 °C (USDA 5b, RHS H7, Swedish zone 4); medium resistance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust, benefiting from good air circulation and occasional plant protection in humid seasons.
Horticultural recommendations
Prefers sunny positions with reasonable drainage; spacing 30–55 cm depending on use, allowing about 8.2–9.4 plants/m² for mass planting; suitable for beds, edging, containers, parks and urban green spaces.
DICK KOSTER™ offers compact, long‑season clusters of pink blooms, reliable edging structure and the regenerative longevity of an own‑root rose, making it a practical, easy choice if You would like a simple, enduring feature in Your garden.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
DICK KOSTER™ – pink flowerbed polyantha rose - Koster
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Flower Colour:
Vivid deep pink shade with a slight raspberry‑red tinge.
Closed Bud:
The surface is dark pink, with a subtle reddish tone in the centre.
Freshly Opened Flower:
The centre is a slightly paler pink, while the outer petals are a richer shade.
Full Bloom:
Even, deep pink, leaning slightly towards raspberry red in sunlight.
Pre-Fading Flower:
Its colour fades to a delicate powder‑pink tone, the edges becoming lighter.
Colour Fading Description:
At the beginning of flowering it briefly shows a lighter centre, in full bloom is deep pink, then pales to powder-pink before the flowers wither.
Pollinator Attraction:
Semi-double flowers (13–25 petals) offer moderate attraction to pollinators, as the semi-double form and partly obscured stamens reduce easy access to pollen and nectar.
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.
