Medium-sized, single-flowered, uniform white blooms. Their distinctive effect is enhanced by the dark, brownish-lilac, almost black rose hips that appear later. - landscape shrub rose - strong, long-lasting scented rose - scent description not available
– Strong, long-lasting fragrance for the garden
– Medium-sized, pure white single flowers
– Rare brownish‑purple to black rose hips
– Good heat and drought tolerance
– Uniform, bushy, upright growth habit Gné speisialta: An-mhealltach do bheacha agus feithidí pailnitheora.
Proportional arrangement – Uniform growth
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
19,40 €
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ROSA KOKANICA VACRATOT – white landscape shrub rose
Easy to live with and quietly distinctive, ROSA KOKANICA VACRATOT is a botanical-style shrub rose that fits naturally into Irish family gardens. Its single white blooms are followed by rare, black hips that give long seasonal interest and a slightly wild, cottage feel. This rose stays manageable and bushy, lending itself to front gardens, boundaries and informal mixed beds, even where humidity and rain are frequent companions. Naturally resistant and low in maintenance, it copes well with ordinary soil and everyday care routines. As an own-root plant it promises longevity and steady, reliable regrowth after tough weather or pruning. Year by year it becomes more stable, with year one focused on roots, year two on stronger shoots and year three revealing its full ornamental impact in flowers and hips.
White blooms of Rosa kokanica 'Vacratot' shown in different opening phases.
White single bloom showing the accessible stamens and central pistils.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front garden focal shrub near the entrance
The simple white flowers and unusual dark hips create a calm, natural focal point that looks cared-for without needing constant pruning or deadheading, ideal if you want your front garden to feel welcoming but low fuss for the busy homeowner
Informal cottage-style border with perennials
As a bushy, upright shrub it slips easily into mixed borders among bearded iris, St John’s-wort or blanket flower, giving structure and a soft hedge-like backdrop that suits relaxed cottage plantings for the romantic gardener
Pollinator-friendly wildlife corner
The open, single blooms with exposed stamens draw bees and other pollinators over a long flowering season, helping you support garden biodiversity simply by planting one shrub and letting it develop for the nature lover
Low-maintenance boundary or informal hedge
Planted in a row at the recommended spacing, its proportional, uniform growth forms a loose, pleasantly thorny line that quietly marks boundaries while needing little more than an annual tidy-up for the practical planner
Small group planting in front or side beds
Groups of three to five shrubs quickly read as a coherent, natural feature, with the white flowers and later black hips giving depth from spring into autumn, particularly in ordinary Irish gardens where frequent rain and humidity are common for the family gardener
Own-root long-term planting in a settled garden
As an own-root shrub it builds its framework in its final position, gradually adapting to your soil and care routine, which makes it a sound choice if you want a planting that will carry its shape and character for many years for the patient planner
Large container on a patio or balcony
In a minimum 40–50 litre container with good drainage it offers flowers, hips and structure in one plant, bringing a natural, botanical look to paved spaces without demanding complicated care routines for the apartment gardener
Part-shaded side garden or north-east aspect
Its tolerance of partial shade means it still performs where sun is limited to a few hours, providing greenery, flowers and hips in those awkward side strips that often stay bare and underused for the problem-solver
Decorating ideas
COTTAGE RIM – Plant a loose row with bearded iris and blanket flower for a softly coloured, wildlife-friendly cottage edge – ideal for gardeners who like relaxed, old-fashioned charm.
WHITE AND GOLD – Combine with Hypericum ‘Hidcote’ and warm-toned perennials to set off the white blooms and dark hips – perfect for those who enjoy subtle contrasts without bright clashes.
BOTANICAL CORNER – Use as a specimen among grasses and simple green shrubs to echo a small botanical garden feel – suited to homeowners who favour naturalistic, low-effort planting.
FRONT-DOOR FOCUS – Place one shrub near the path with lavender and rosemary to frame the entrance with scent and texture – good for busy families wanting a tidy look with minimal upkeep.
WILDLIFE STRIP – Line a side boundary with this rose and nectar-rich perennials to create a quiet feeding corridor for bees and birds – appealing to nature-conscious beginners building a first habitat area.
Technical cultivar profile
Property
Data
Name and registration
ROSA KOKANICA VACRATOT is a botanical shrub rose, sold as a white landscape shrub rose; trade name Rosa kokanica Vacratot, linked to the species-type name R. villosa.
Origin and breeding
Selected in Belgium by Lens Roses from Rosa kokanica seed sourced at Vácrátót National Botanical Garden; introduced in 2012 and distributed by Louis Lens nurseries in Europe.
Growth and structure
Bushy, upright shrub with proportional, uniform growth; foliage mid-green and matt, giving a soft, natural look; densely thorned shoots make it effective as a lightly defensive boundary or informal hedge.
Flower morphology
Single, medium-sized flowers, typically 5–12 petals and around 5–6 cm across; blooms carried in simple clusters; remontant habit gives a second, abundant flush after the main early flowering.
Colour and phenology
Uniform white flowers without clear markings, giving a clean, simple appearance; colour holds moderately well; later in the season distinctive dark, almost black spherical hips extend ornamental value.
Fragrance and aroma
Described as a strongly scented rose with lasting fragrance, though exact notes are not formally recorded; fragrance level is sufficient to be noticed around paths or seating when in good bloom.
Rose hip characteristics
Highly ornamental hips, small and spherical, about 10–15 mm, turning unusual brownish-purple to black; valued as a key landscape feature in autumn and early winter on established plants.
Resistance and hardiness
Rated resistant in general descriptions; specific data for main fungal diseases are limited; hardy to about -15 °C (H6, USDA 6b), suitable for most lowland Irish gardens and comparable Atlantic climates.
Horticultural recommendations
Low-maintenance species-type shrub; suitable for partial shade; for hedging plant at about 70 cm, for mass effect around 120 cm and as a specimen roughly 180 cm, with modest pruning once established.
ROSA KOKANICA VACRATOT offers pollinator-friendly white flowers, striking black hips and reliable, long-lived own-root growth, making it a reassuring choice if you want an easy shrub rose that simply settles in and performs.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
ROSA KOKANICA VACRATOT – white landscape shrub rose
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Flower Colour:
Medium-sized, single-flowered, uniform white blooms. Their distinctive effect is enhanced by the dark, brownish-lilac, almost black rose hips that appear later.
Full Bloom:
At full bloom, it bears simple (4–8 petalled) white flowers approximately 5–6 cm in diameter. Sources describe the petals as uniformly white, with no distinct markings noted.
Pollinator Attraction:
Its single (4–5-petalled), medium-sized, open flowers with accessible stamens and a long flowering period make it highly attractive to pollinating insects.
Maintenance Requirements:
Maintenance requirement low; as a species rose it is hardy, but there is little specific data available on its susceptibility to powdery mildew, black spot and rust.
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.
