Park & Shrub Rose

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Gypsy Dancer

Park - shrub rose

- – Patrick Dickson

The petals' base colour is light lemon yellow, enlivened by irregular orange brushstrokes. - park rose - mild, restrained-scented rose - fresh, fruity character

– Vivid yellow-orange, hand-painted style blooms
– Strongly remontant, flowers generously in waves
– Dense, glossy dark green foliage for structure
– Ideal for beds, edging and park plantings
– Hardy to H7, reliable in colder climates
Saintréith speisialta: Rose hips dearga sféarúla a mheallann fiadhúlra sa gheimhreadh.
Supports local wildlife – Long-term garden plan
Gypsy Dancer
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
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GYPSY DANCER – yellow-orange park rose - Dickson

If You would like a reliable rose that simply settles in and performs, GYPSY DANCER is a friendly, medium-height shrub for family gardens where You want colour without complicated routines. Its semi-double, lemon-yellow blooms brushed with orange appear in clusters, giving generous flushes through the season, while the bush stays upright and well-shaped. The dark, glossy foliage makes a smart backdrop to the hand-painted flowers and fits neatly into smaller borders, cottage-style front gardens and informal mixed beds. As an own-root plant it forms a long-lived, stable bush that regenerates well after pruning and keeps its ornamental value over many years. Once planted with basic care and decent drainage, it copes well even where rainfall is frequent and summers are cool and humid, typical of many Irish gardens. In the first year it quietly builds roots, in the second it develops stronger shoots, and by the third season it reaches its full, easy-care display of colour and character.


Cup-shaped, semi-double flowers of Gypsy Dancer.
Gypsy Dancer rose in full bloom, showing yellow petals with orange brushstrokes.

Use cases

Target areaReason
Front garden focal shrub near the entrance Upright, medium-height growth with dense foliage forms a tidy, welcoming shrub that does not overwhelm smaller Irish front gardens, giving a dependable focus point with modest pruning for busy homeowners
Small rose group of 3–5 plants in a bed Clustered, strongly remontant flowering builds waves of colour from early summer onwards, so a small group quickly looks full and satisfying without needing lots of different plants for beginner gardeners
Mixed cottage-style border with perennials The hand-painted yellow-orange blooms blend well with blues and purples such as lavender or ornamental alliums, adding relaxed cottage character while the shrub shape stays manageable for rural cottage owners
Low edging row along a path or driveway Regular spacing creates a neat, low border; the moderate self-cleaning and simple deadheading keep the line looking fresh without complex care, ideal where You just want it to look right for time-poor families
Pollinator-friendly corner near a seating area Semi-double flowers with accessible centres moderately attract bees and other insects, bringing gentle movement and life close to where You sit, while remaining ornamental and tidy for wildlife-friendly gardeners
Long-term planting plan around the home Own-root growth builds a durable framework that recovers well from harder pruning, so the shrub can be refreshed and reshaped over many years, supporting stable, low-change planting schemes for long-term planners
Coastal or exposed suburban gardens Robust shrub structure and reliable performance mean it can cope with cool, damp winds and the kind of often wet, Atlantic-influenced conditions common in Irish suburbs, suiting coastal residents
Large container on patio or balcony (40–50 litre minimum) Compact, upright habit and medium root vigour suit a quality 40–50 litre container with good drainage, giving a colourful, movable feature that stays in scale with small patios for urban balcony owners

Decorating ideas

  • Cottage curve – Plant three GYPSY DANCER shrubs in a gentle curve with fragrant alyssum at their feet for a soft, storybook front border – ideal for lovers of relaxed cottage style
  • Sunny trio – Combine a group of roses with ornamental alliums and low grasses in a small island bed so the clustered blooms rise above airy textures – perfect for compact family lawns
  • Pathway ribbon – Use a single-row edging beside a garden path, underplanting with creeping thyme to soften the line and scent your steps – great for homeowners who like tidy structure with low effort
  • Patio showpiece – Grow one shrub in a 40–50 litre terracotta pot with trailing lobularia to spill over the rim, creating a portable burst of colour by your seating area – suited to renters and balcony gardeners
  • Wildlife nook – Mix GYPSY DANCER with hydrangeas and a small patch of meadow-style perennials to form a gentle, wildlife-friendly corner – good for those wanting movement and bees near the house

Technical cultivar profile
AttributeData
Name and registration Shrub / floribunda park rose; registered as DICquiet, trade name GYPSY DANCER, ARS exhibition name Gypsy Dancer; part of the Park - shrub rose collection, for garden and exhibition use.
Origin and breeding Bred by Patrick Dickson, Dickson Roses, Newtownards, Northern Ireland; parentage DICmagic × MACmanly (‘Sweet Magic’ × ‘Little Artist’); introduced and registered in 1994, UK breeding year 1992.
Awards and recognitions 1er Prix in the international rose competition at Bagatelle, Paris (1992); Shrub class winner at the Rhode Island Rose Society Show (2000) and the Fort Worth Rose Society Show (2001), confirming exhibition-level quality.
Growth and structure Medium shrub with upright habit, around 85–135 cm high and 60–90 cm wide; dense, dark green, glossy foliage with moderate prickliness; forms a balanced bush suitable for beds, hedging and specimen planting.
Flower morphology Semi-double, cup-shaped flowers with 13–25 petals, medium-sized (about 1.5–2.75 inches); produced in clusters on branching stems; strongly remontant with a notably abundant second flush after the main flowering.
Colour and phenology Light lemon-yellow base enlivened by irregular orange brushstrokes, speckling and veining; colour lightens slightly in strong sun, stays more vivid in cooler weather; pre-fading tones shift towards creamy yellow and soft peach.
Fragrance and aroma Mild, fresh, fruity fragrance that does not dominate nearby seating areas; suitable where scent is appreciated but a strong perfume is not desired, complementing the vivid, hand-painted effect of the flower colour.
Rose hip characteristics Produces moderate quantities of small, spherical red hips, about 9–15 mm in diameter; hips add seasonal interest in late season and may provide light wildlife value without creating a messy appearance.
Resistance and hardiness Hardy to about −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, Swedish zone 3, USDA 6b); moderate resistance to black spot, powdery mildew and rust; performs well with basic care and regular watering in prolonged dry or hot spells.
Horticultural recommendations Best in full sun with well-drained soil; spacing 60 cm for mass planting, 50 cm for hedges, 100 cm as a specimen; medium maintenance with occasional plant protection and deadheading to support repeat flowering.

GYPSY DANCER offers clustered repeat flowering, a compact, tidy shrub shape and long-lived own-root reliability, so You can plant it once, enjoy it for years and decide calmly whether it is right for your garden.

Detailed product attributes

Product Identification Data

Product Name: GYPSY DANCER – yellow-orange park rose - Dickson
Product Type: pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Cultivar Authenticity: Verified:30.06.2025
Cultivar Merit Rating: premium bronze
Item Number: [804] 03-012 (14.02.2026) pharmarosa.ie

Name and Registration

Cultivar Name Meaning: The name "Cigány táncos" refers to the flowers' vivid, hand‑painted play of colour.
Trade Name: Gypsy Dancer Park - shrub rose DICquiet
Rose Group: Shrub, Floribunda
Commercial Type: park rose
Commercial Group: Park - shrub rose
Exhibition Category: shrub rose; exhibition floribunda (also suitable for cut flowers)
Collection: Park - shrub rose

Origin and Breeding

Initial Distributor: Bear Creek Gardens, Inc. (United States); Dickson Nurseries Ltd. (United Kingdom)
Registration Year: 1994 (US plant patent PP 8900, issued: 20 September 1994)
Breeder: Patrick Dickson
Breeding Company / Institution: Dickson Roses (Newtownards, Northern Ireland)
Breeding Year: United Kingdom, 1992
Parentage: DICmagic × MACmanly (‘Sweet Magic’ × ‘Little Artist’)

Awards and Honours

Competition and Show Awards: 1er Prix – Bagatelle (Paris) international rose competition (1992); Shrub class winner – Rhode Island Rose Society Show (2000); Shrub class winner – Fort Worth Rose Society Show (2001)

Growth and Structural Characteristics

Height: 2.8-4.4ft (85-135 cm)
Spread: 2-3ft (60-90 cm)
Growth Habit: upright
Foliage: The variety has dense foliage, with leaves that are glossy and dark green.
Prickliness: moderately thorny
Self-Cleaning Description: Some spent flowers fall off naturally, but occasional deadheading is required.
Self-Cleaning Intensity: Self-cleaning: moderate.

Flower Morphology

Petal Count: 13-25
Flower Fullness: semi-double
Flower Form: cup-shaped
Flower Size: M (1,5-2,75 in)
Inflorescence Type: clustered
Colour Code: ARS code: yb RHS code: 14B (outer), 24B (inner)
Repeat Flowering: It is strongly remontant, with an abundant second flowering.

Colour Data and Phenology

Colour: yellow -orange
Flower Colour: The petals' base colour is light lemon yellow, enlivened by irregular orange brushstrokes.
Closed Bud: Pastel yellow base streaked with a soft orange blush.
Freshly Opened Flower: The outer petals are pale yellow, with bright orange spots appearing on their inner surfaces.
Full Bloom: On the flat-spreading petals, the yellow base tone is variegated with orange-red speckling and veining.
Pre-Fading Flower: The yellow colour becomes creamier, the orange accents fade to a soft peach shade.
Colour Fading Description: In strong sunlight the colour lightens slightly; in cooler conditions it remains more vivid.

Fragrance and Aroma

Fragrance Strength: mild, restrained-scented rose
Fragrance Character: fresh, fruity character
Pollinator Attraction: Semi-double, 13–25-petalled flowers moderately attract pollinators, as the semi-double form and reduced accessibility of the stamens limit their appeal.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating: Semi-double (13–25 petals) flowers moderately attract pollinators, therefore a moderately pollinator-friendly variety

Rose Hip Characteristics

Rose Hip Shape: spherical
Rose Hip Notes: Red, spherical rose hips 9–15 mm in diameter, produced in moderate quantities.

Resistance and Hardiness

Hardiness (°C): -21–-18 °C
Heat and Drought Tolerance Description: Performs well in warm conditions, but requires regular watering during prolonged dry periods.
Disease Resistance: moderate
  • powdery mildew – moderate
  • black spot – moderate
  • rust – moderate

Horticultural Recommendations

Recommended Spacing: for mass planting 60 cm, for hedging 50 cm, as a specimen 100 cm
Planting Density: square planting 2,8 plants/m², hexagonal arrangement 3,2 plants/m²
Partial Shade Tolerance: Best in full sun
Maintenance Requirements: Maintenance requirement medium; may occasionally require plant protection.
Key Uses: flower beds, edging, park planting, cut flowers

Notes

Strengths: Supports local wildlife – Long-term garden plan
Companion Plants: Allium aflatunense - ornamental allium Lobularia maritima - fragrant alyssum Euphorbia cyparissias 'Fens Ruby' - cypress spurge
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GYPSY DANCER – yellow-orange park rose - Dickson
The petals' base colour is light lemon yellow, enlivened by irregular orange brushstrokes. - park rose - mild, restrained-scented rose - fresh, fruity character
The rose webshop. - yellow -orange - park rose - Gypsy Dancer - (2.8-4.4ft (85-135 cm))
Inflorescence: clustered Height: 2.8-4.4ft (85-135 cm) Flower shape: cup-shaped Winter hardiness: - yellow -orange - Bear Creek Gardens, Inc. (United States); Dickson Nurseries Ltd. (United Kingdom) park rose - Flower size: M (1,5-2,75 in) Flower size: M (1,5-2,75 in) - Height: 2.8-4.4ft (85-135 cm) Height: 2.8-4.4ft (85-135 cm) - Flower fullness: semi-double Gypsy Dancer - Roses in the garden | pharmaROSA® Original - premium bronze Patrick Dickson

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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.

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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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