Deep, purple-toned upper surface with a lighter violet-lilac reverse. - shrub rose - strong, long-distance scented rose - fruity, raspberry-scented
– Strong, long‑distance fruity fragrance
– Very double, XL, velvety crimson blooms
– Upright shrub for hedges and specimens
– Resistant to mildew, black spot, rust
– Hardy to about –20 °C, reliable outdoors Special feature: Occasional decorative red rose hips after flowering.
Liveable everyday garden life – Thoughtful garden investment
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
19,40 €
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LÉA MÈGE – crimson park rose – Massad
Romantic and richly petalled, Léa Mège brings a deeply coloured, velvety crimson accent to small and medium Irish gardens without demanding complicated care. This upright shrub rose forms a moderately dense, balanced bush that fits easily into front gardens and cottage-style borders, coping well with typical Irish rainfall when planted in soil with reasonable drainage. Its large, very double, cup-shaped blooms repeat generously through the season, giving reliable flushes of colour after the first main flowering. The strong, fruity, raspberry-scented fragrance carries across the garden, adding a luxurious feel to everyday spaces. On its own-root system this variety settles in gradually, building a long-lived, resilient framework that can regenerate well after pruning and winter weather. Year by year – roots in the first, shoots in the second, full ornamental impact by the third – it becomes a stable feature that suits busy gardeners. Used as a specimen, in small groups or as a low, flowering hedge, this shrub adapts to your garden’s rhythm, offering dependable colour with relatively low upkeep for many seasons. For containers, choose at least a 40–50 litre pot so the root system can develop steadily and support abundant repeat blooming.
Léa Mège in bloom, showing its cup-shaped, very double flower form.
Léa Mège rose at full bloom, showing richly double crimson flowers.
Léa Mège shrub rose in potted sales condition.
Moderately dense, medium-green foliage on Léa Mège shrub rose.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front garden focal point
Léa Mège’s upright shrub form and moderately dense foliage create a clear vertical accent near your entrance or path, giving structure without overwhelming smaller spaces, ideal if you want an impressive yet manageable feature plant for beginners.
Small group in mixed border
Plant 3–5 shrubs at the recommended spacing to form a gently billowing block of crimson colour; the repeat flowering provides reliable highlights between perennials, especially when combined with grasses or iris for textural contrast for homeowners.
Low flowering hedge along a path
At 115–165 cm high with an 80–120 cm spread, this variety can form a loose, informal hedge that screens and guides movement, giving a sense of enclosure while remaining easy to prune and keep within bounds for families.
Easy-care rose bed near the house
With good resistance to black spot, powdery mildew and rust, Léa Mège keeps its foliage attractive with relatively few interventions, supporting a tidy, low-maintenance rose bed that suits busy schedules and modest gardening routines for busy.
Cottage-style border with deep colours
The deeply toned, wine-red to mahogany blooms bring a romantic, old-world mood that pairs beautifully with bearded iris or soft grasses, fitting naturally into Irish cottage-garden styles where rich, velvety hues are especially appreciated for gardeners.
Fragrant seating-area planting
The strong raspberry fragrance and large, very double flowers are best enjoyed close up; position Léa Mège near a bench or patio so you can appreciate both scent and colour on summer evenings, turning everyday sitting areas into indulgent corners for rose-lovers.
Large container on sheltered patio or balcony
In a 40–50 litre or larger container with good drainage, this own-root shrub establishes into a durable, repeat-flowering patio rose; regular watering supports it through wetter, windier spells and periods of summer dryness typical of Irish gardens for urban.
Long-term structural rose in family garden
Own-root growth allows Léa Mège to mature into a stable, regenerative shrub that copes with pruning, weather and time, making it a thoughtful long-term choice when you want a rose that will age gracefully with your garden layout for planners.
Decorating ideas
COTTAGE GATEWAY – Plant Léa Mège in pairs by a front gate with Stipa tenuissima and dwarf honeysuckle to soften paths and fences – ideal for lovers of romantic cottage entrances.
VELVET RIBBON BORDER – Use a short row along a driveway, underplant with low catmint or lavender to echo the crimson blooms – for those who want neat but charming front edges.
EVENING FRAGRANCE CORNER – Place one or two shrubs by a seating area, adding pale hydrangeas to make the dark flowers glow at dusk – perfect for evening relaxers and after-work gardeners.
COLOUR-DEEP BED – Combine with bearded iris and dark-leaved perennials to build a rich, moody planting that stays striking in overcast weather – suited to fans of bold, dramatic schemes.
CONTAINER SHOWPIECE – Grow a single shrub in a large 50-litre patio pot with trailing thyme or lobelia to spill over the rim – great for balcony owners and small-space gardeners.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Shrub rose from the Les Provençelles collection. Registered cultivar name MASleame, trade name Léa Mège – crimson park rose – Massad. Shrub rose group, park–shrub commercial group, own-root container supply.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Dominique Massad in France, 2017, introduced commercially in 2020 via Pétales de Roses. Parentage is ‘Michelle Bedrossian’ × ‘Belle d’Espinouse’, combining strong colour and garden performance.
Growth and structure
Upright shrub 115–165 cm high and 80–120 cm wide, with moderately dense, slightly glossy medium-green foliage. Moderately thorny stems form a balanced, bushy outline suitable for hedges or specimen use.
Flower morphology
Very double, cup-shaped, cluster-flowered blooms with over 40 petals and extra-large heads. It is remontant, with abundant second and later flushes, suitable for regular cutting and long seasonal display.
Colour and phenology
Deep crimson, purple-toned upper surface with lighter violet-lilac reverse. Colour shifts through wine-red to mahogany-chestnut with darker edges, holding best in light shade; moderate colour fading in intense sun.
Fragrance and aroma
Strong, fruity, raspberry-like fragrance detectable at a distance, especially in warm, still weather. Large, very double flowers limit access for pollinators, so it is chosen primarily for scent and visual effect.
Rose hip characteristics
Occasional small spherical red hips, around 8–12 mm in diameter. Decorative but not produced in large quantities; hips may follow if some flowers are left un-deadheaded in late summer.
Resistance and hardiness
Good resistance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust under garden conditions. Hardy to about −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, USDA zone 6b, Swedish zone 3), performing well in temperate, moisture-prone climates.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in sunny sites with reasonable drainage; retains colour well with light shade in hotter spots. Space 85–150 cm depending on use. Water during prolonged droughts, prune annually to maintain shape and flowering.
Léa Mège offers richly scented crimson blooms, reliable repeat flowering and good disease resistance on a durable own-root shrub that settles in for years of easy enjoyment, making it a thoughtful choice if you would like a dependable garden rose.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
LÉA MÈGE – crimson park rose - Massad
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Flower Colour:
Deep, purple-toned upper surface with a lighter violet-lilac reverse.
Closed Bud:
The outer side is medium purple, the inner side a deep, dark purple shade.
Freshly Opened Flower:
The inner petals are an intense dark purple, while the outer edges are a slightly lighter violet-lilac.
Full Bloom:
Velvety, richly full wine-red overall appearance, with a purplish-raspberry inner shade and a subtle darkening towards the edges.
Pre-Fading Flower:
The wine-red softens and leans towards mahogany–chestnut, while the recesses retain a purplish hue and the edges take on a brownish-dark tone.
Colour Fading Description:
During opening, the deep crimson–wine-red hue moderately softens; before fading it leans towards mahogany–chestnut, browning at the edges.
Pollinator Attraction:
Sold for the cut‑flower trade, its large‑headed, double flower form restricts access to the stamens and is therefore expected to be of low attractiveness to pollinators.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
The descriptions do not explicitly state that the variety is pollinator-friendly.
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
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