Deep, dark red with a blackish tinge. - floribunda bedding rose - very weak, barely noticeable scented rose - classic rose character
– Deep, dark red blooms with blackish tinge
– Very double, elegant cup-shaped flowers
– Bushy habit with dense, glossy foliage
– Reliable remontant flowering through the season
– Good winter hardiness to USDA zone 6b Gné speisialta: Duilleoga páirteach variegated le cuma uathúil.
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pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
18,80 €
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ILE ROUGE – dark red floribunda bedding rose - Delbard
If You are looking for a rose that simply settles in and performs without fuss, ILE ROUGE is a reliable choice for Irish family gardens, coping well even where humidity and rainfall encourage leaf problems. This bushy floribunda forms a dense, medium‑tall shrub with naturally compact proportions, ideal for smaller beds and front gardens where space matters. The deeply double, cluster‑flowered blooms appear in generous flushes through the season, offering long‑lasting colour from rich ruby bud to deep burgundy fade, with very good resistance to bleaching in sun or showers. Mid‑green, slightly glossy, sometimes variegated foliage keeps the plant looking ornamental even between flower peaks, helping Your borders stay tidy and structured. As an own‑root shrub, it develops into a long‑lived feature that can regenerate from its base, supporting a stable look over many years with only moderate care. Plant it in a sunny spot with reasonable drainage and it will gradually fill out, forming a bushy presence that works just as well in mixed cottage plantings as in more formal edging. In a larger container of at least 40–50 litres it becomes a striking patio or balcony accent, rewarding regular watering and feeding with reliable new clusters. Think of its development as a calm, steady progression: strong roots in the first year, fuller shoots and more clusters in the second, then the complete, mature display You were hoping for by about the third season.
Ile Rouge in full bloom, showing a very double flower with a full centre.
Ile Rouge foliage in green shade, showing a dense and slightly glossy leaf canopy.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front garden focal shrub
Forms a medium‑tall, bushy shrub with dense foliage, giving a clear focal point near the entrance without overwhelming a typical Irish front garden; moderate maintenance suits busy homeowners seeking dependable structure and colour for a family‑friendly space.
Small bedding groups (1–5 plants)
Cluster‑flowered habit and repeat flowering create generous colour blocks from just a few plants, ideal where You want impact from limited space; plant three in a triangle for a rounded, full look that beginners can manage with simple seasonal pruning, perfect for newcomers.
Mixed cottage border with perennials
Dark red flowers and mid‑green foliage combine beautifully with soft perennials such as lady’s mantle or lamb’s ear, giving a relaxed cottage style; the bushy form helps knit together gaps so borders look full and coherent for cottage‑gardeners.
Edging along paths and drives
Compact spread of 40–60 cm lends itself to single‑row planting along paths, making a neat, colourful edge that remains visually tidy between flushes; spacing at about 40–45 cm keeps a continuous line that is practical for urban‑fronts.
Colour‑strong feature bed
Very good colour retention means the dark red blooms stay rich rather than washing out, supporting bold, dramatic schemes in key viewing spots; works well with light gravel or pale paving where You want contrast that appeals to design‑minded gardeners.
Long‑term rose planting plan
Own‑root growth allows the plant to rebuild from its base after hard pruning or winter damage, keeping beds consistent over many seasons, especially valuable in family gardens planned for the long haul by forward‑planners.
Coastal or high‑rainfall gardens
Medium disease resistance and dense foliage combine well where frequent showers and blustery conditions can be challenging, fitting gardens that regularly see damp, changeable weather and need plants that remain respectable for practical‑minded owners.
Large patio pot or balcony container
Performs well in a substantial 40–50 litre container with good drainage, giving repeat clusters of dark red flowers close to seating areas; simple deadheading and feeding keep it looking smart for balcony‑gardeners.
Decorating ideas
Front‑door Welcome – Plant two ILE ROUGE either side of your path with lady’s mantle at their feet for a soft lime‑green contrast that makes the dark blooms stand out – ideal for homeowners who want an inviting, low‑effort entrance.
Cottage Border Ribbon – Thread a short row of ILE ROUGE through a border of yarrow and lamb’s ear to create a ribbon of repeated dark red clusters – suited to cottage‑garden fans seeking classic charm without complicated planting plans.
Night‑Garden Drama – Combine ILE ROUGE with white flowering perennials and pale gravel so the deep blooms glow at dusk, giving evening interest – perfect for people who mainly enjoy their garden after work.
Balcony Statement Pot – Grow one plant in a 40–50 litre terracotta pot with trailing herbs around the rim to soften the edge, turning a small balcony into a simple but elegant outdoor room – ideal for busy urban gardeners.
Family Feature Bed – Use three to five ILE ROUGE in a small island bed surrounded by easy groundcover, giving a long‑term focal point children and adults can enjoy together – great for families wanting a reliable, low‑fuss highlight.
Technical cultivar profile
Property
Data
Name and registration
Floribunda bedding rose, registered as DELpablan, marketed as ILE ROUGE – dark red floribunda bedding rose - Delbard; ARS exhibition name Delpablan; part of the Bedding rose collection, shrub and bedding rose category.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Georges Delbard, Pépinières et Roseraies Georges Delbard, France; parentage unknown. Introduced and registered in 2007, bred in France; initially distributed by Pépinières et Roseraies Georges Delbard.
Growth and structure
Medium‑tall, bushy shrub 110–150 cm high with 40–60 cm spread. Dense, mid‑green foliage with a slightly glossy surface, sometimes variegated. Moderately thorny stems; suitable for beds, borders and small groups in family gardens.
Flower morphology
Very double, cup‑shaped flowers with more than 40 petals, usually borne in clusters on floribunda‑type inflorescences. Medium flower size, approximately 1.5–2.75 inches, repeating well with an abundant second flowering during the season.
Colour and phenology
Deep dark red flowers with blackish tinge; dark ruby buds darken through deep burgundy with dark brown undertones. Colour retention is very good, with only slight fading before petals age, helping maintain a rich appearance in changeable weather.
Fragrance and aroma
Fragrance has a classic rose character but is very weak and barely noticeable for most gardeners. Not chosen primarily for scent, it focuses instead on colour display and structure, making it suitable where fragrance is a secondary concern.
Rose hip characteristics
Rose hip set is limited due to the very double flower form; when present, hips are small, spherical and orange‑red, around 7–10 mm in diameter, adding occasional late‑season detail without dominating the plant’s ornamental effect.
Resistance and hardiness
Hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C (H7, USDA 6b, Swedish zone 3). Disease resistance is medium to powdery mildew, black spot and rust, requiring occasional plant protection in high‑pressure seasons, especially in humid, mild regions.
Horticultural recommendations
Prefers a sunny position with reasonably well‑drained soil; spacing 40–45 cm for hedging or mass, 75 cm as a specimen. Suitable planting density 4.9 plants/m² square or 5.7 plants/m² hexagonal; maintenance moderate with routine feeding and pruning.
ILE ROUGE gives rich, long‑lasting dark red colour, a bushy, space‑saving shape and dependable long‑term performance from its own‑root strength, making it a reassuring, easy‑care choice if You would like a rose that simply fits your garden.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
ILE ROUGE – dark red floribunda bedding rose - Delbard
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Cultivar Name Meaning:
The French term “Île Rouge” means “Red Island”, referring to the deep red flower colour and the striking, partly variegated foliage.
Colour Fading Description:
On opening the dark ruby red changes to dark red, then before the bloom fades it turns deep burgundy with a dark brown shade; fading is slight.
Pollinator Attraction:
As a strongly double flower form, with the stamens largely concealed and therefore less accessible, it is of low attractiveness to pollinators.
Rose Hip Notes:
Rose hip formation is expected to be limited due to the double flowers; occasionally forming spherical, orange-red rose hips 7–10 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
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.
