Medium red, rich and uniform shade. - bedding polyantha rose - very weak, barely noticeable scented rose - classic, rose-scented character
– Compact, low-growing habit for neat borders
– Abundant cluster-flowered display all season
– Rich, uniform red colouring with even fading
– Dense, glossy dark green foliage backdrop
– Reliable winter hardiness down to H7 Gné speisialta: Foirfe do phlandáil maise, imill agus coimeádáin bheaga.
Future-proof garden concept – Neat composition
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
17,80 €
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DOPEY – red bedding polyantha rose - de Ruiter
If You would like a small, compact red rose that quietly gets on with the job, DOPEY is an easy-going bedding polyantha that settles well into typical Irish gardens, even where the soil can be heavy and needs good drainage. Its low, neat mound and dense, glossy foliage make it naturally tidy, giving Your front beds or cottage-style borders a cared-for look without constant clipping. The clusters of semi-double, ruby-to-raspberry red flowers repeat through the season, so even busy gardeners can enjoy dependable colour from early summer onwards. As an own-root rose in our 2‑litre pot, it is well started and ready to grow, forming its own bushes gradually – year one building roots, year two stronger shoots, and by year three a full, long-lived display You can rely on.
Dopey rose showing colour states side by side.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Neat front garden bed by the path
Its naturally compact, low growth habit stays within bounds, creating a tidy edging that does not flop over paths, ideal when You want structure without constant trimming for beginners
Small group planting in a family front garden
Planting 3–5 plants together at the recommended spacing gives a uniform, cushion-like row of red clusters that looks designed but is easy to keep, suiting time-pressed homeowners
Mixed cottage-style border with perennials
The dense, dark green foliage and medium red flower clusters blend well with informal cottage companions, adding long-season structure that anchors looser planting for romantic garden enthusiasts
Ornamental bed in wetter, heavier soils
As an own-root rose that gradually adapts to its planting spot, it establishes reliably in typical Irish beds where regular rain and heavier soil mean You simply need to ensure reasonable soil drainage
Low, colourful hedge along a drive
The compact height and recommended close spacing allow You to form a low flowering strip that defines boundaries without blocking views, providing clear structure for practical garden planners
Partially shaded town garden border
Its suitability for partial shade means it copes well where houses or neighbouring fences limit sun, still giving good clusters of bloom for urban garden owners
Large patio container near the door
In a minimum 40–50 litre pot with regular watering, its compact, rounded form and repeat clusters create a welcoming accent that remains easy to manage for balcony and patio users
Long-term, low-fuss family garden planting
As an own-root, hardy rose, it forms its own bush shape, regrows well after harsh weather or pruning and offers a stable, long-lived feature that suits long-term-minded garden starters
Decorating ideas
COTTAGE RIBBON – Plant a short ribbon of DOPEY along a path and intersperse with Campanula glomerata for soft blue contrast and a relaxed cottage look – ideal for lovers of traditional Irish front gardens
RUBY ACCENT – Use a trio of DOPEY in front of taller hydrangeas so the compact red mounds frame the larger blooms – perfect for homeowners wanting simple but striking colour layers
PATIO FOCUS – Grow DOPEY in a 40–50 litre terracotta pot beside the front door, underplanting with trailing thyme for scent and texture – great for busy urban gardeners seeking easy impact
BEDS AND BORDERS – Combine blocks of DOPEY with Verbena hastata ‘Pink Spires’ for airy height behind its neat structure – suited to those who like organised, low-maintenance planting schemes
FAMILY FRIENDLY – Line a play-lawn edge with DOPEY and low catmint, keeping colour compact and lightly thorned near paths – good for families wanting safe, manageable roses near everyday spaces
Technical cultivar profile
Characteristic
Data
Name and registration
Polyantha bedding rose, registered cultivar name Dopey, also traded as Dopey Bedding rose Dopey; exhibition category exhibition polyantha and bedding rose for garden and show use.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Gerrit de Ruiter in the Netherlands in 1954 from ‘Robin Hood’ × unknown seedling; introduced by Willicher Baumschulen and C. Gregory & Son Ltd. in continental Europe and the United Kingdom.
Growth and structure
Low, compact, mound-forming growth habit 30–45 cm high and 30–50 cm wide, with dense, glossy dark green foliage and only light prickliness, suited to neat bedding and edging in small gardens.
Flower morphology
Semi-double, cup-shaped clusters of small flowers, 0.5–1.5 inches across, with 13–25 petals; remontant, producing a plentiful second flush and further clusters in favourable seasons for extended interest.
Colour and phenology
Medium red blooms with a rich, even shade that shift from deep ruby bud through vivid scarlet and clear mid-red to raspberry red as they age, maintaining a harmonious, even colour fade on the plant.
Fragrance and aroma
Very weak fragrance with a classic rose character that is barely noticeable in the garden, making it a good choice where scent is not essential and colour and structure are the main design aims.
Rose hip characteristics
Produces moderately abundant, spherical red hips about 5–8 mm in diameter, adding subtle late-season interest without overwhelming the compact character of the plant.
Resistance and hardiness
Hardy to about −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, USDA 6b, Swedish zone 3); disease resistance moderate to powdery mildew, black spot and rust, performing well with basic preventive care in normal seasons.
Horticultural recommendations
Best used in beds, borders, low hedges, containers and parks; medium maintenance with occasional disease checks; space 25–45 cm depending on use, at 6.3–7.2 plants/m² for mass planting.
DOPEY offers compact growth, dependable red clusters and adaptable, own-root longevity for family gardens, giving You an easy-care, long-term rose choice You can plant with confidence.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
DOPEY – red bedding polyantha rose - de Ruiter
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Closed Bud:
Dark ruby red on the outside, deep burgundy on the inside.
Freshly Opened Flower:
The outer surfaces are vivid scarlet red, with a slightly darker tone on the inner petals.
Full Bloom:
The surface is a clear mid-red and slightly glossy.
Pre-Fading Flower:
Fades to raspberry red with a uniform loss of colour.
Colour Fading Description:
As the bloom opens it fades from a deep ruby red to a clear mid‑red, then to a raspberry red before the flower fades, with an even colour fade.
Pollinator Attraction:
Semi-double (13–25 petals) flowers moderately attract pollinators; the semi-double bloom form and limited accessibility of the stamens reduce their attractiveness.
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.
