Miniature – dwarf rose

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Lollipop™

Mini - dwarf rose

- – Ralph S. Moore

Uniform mid-red tone with a slight purple depth. - dwarf, mini rose - very weak, barely noticeable scented rose - discreet, elegant character

– Compact, bushy habit for small spaces
– Abundant repeat flowering all season
– Dense, glossy mid‑green foliage effect
– Medium disease resistance, black spot resistant
– Ideal for edging, containers and low hedges
Gné speisialta: Pompon double blooms in vivid red clusters.
Green mindset – Mindful garden investment
Lollipop™
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
19,40 €
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LOLLIPOP™ – red dwarf-mini rose - Moore

With its compact habit and cheerful clusters of bright red blooms, LOLLIPOP™ is a charming miniature rose You can simply plant and enjoy. Perfect for edging, small beds and containers, it offers reliable flowering in Irish gardens and copes well even where humidity and fungal pressure can be an issue. This neat, bushy rose stays around 30–40 cm tall, with glossy mid-green foliage and good self-cleaning, so spent flowers mostly drop away without fuss. As an own-root plant it develops into a long-lived, balanced little shrub, regenerating from its own base over time for a stable display. Give it a sunny spot, regular moisture and basic feeding, and over the first seasons it builds strong roots, then sturdier shoots, before showing its full ornamental value in the third year. LOLLIPOP™ suits busy gardeners who want a tidy, low border, colourful front garden, easy-care containers and a long-lived investment in a small-space display.


Lollipop™ in a closed bud stage, showing a deep dark red, velvety form.
Freshly opened red Lollipop™ mini rose flower

Use cases

Target areaReason
Front garden edging along a path Compact, 30–40 cm plants form a neat, continuous line without obscuring views, ideal for defining paths or driveways while keeping maintenance low; natural self-cleaning reduces deadheading work for busy beginners
Low, formal mini hedge Dense, bushy growth and close spacing (around 25 cm) create a tidy mini hedge with bright red pompon flowers that repeat through the season, giving structure and colour in a small footprint for family gardens
Containers on patio, balcony or doorstep The dwarf habit suits large patio pots; in at least 40–50 litre containers roots have room to develop, making a long-lived feature that needs only regular watering and simple seasonal feeding for urban homeowners
Colour spots in mixed flower beds Miniature, clustered blooms add lively red highlights among perennials without overwhelming them, while the moderate height fits in front of taller plants, giving a soft cottage feel that stays easy to keep in order for small plots
Coastal or exposed small gardens Low, sturdy plants are less battered by wind and driving rain, and their own-root nature helps them adapt and regrow steadily as they settle into local conditions with minimal complex care for Irish gardeners
Children’s or family planting area Sparsely thorned stems and petite flowers make this rose friendlier to curious hands, while its manageable size fits raised beds or small borders where children can help water and watch it bloom for young families
Pollinator-friendly decorative strip Clusters of double flowers provide moderate appeal to bees, especially when mixed with herbs and perennials like oregano and bellflowers, creating a pretty yet simple wildlife-friendly ribbon for nature lovers
Low-maintenance, long-term rose group Planted in small groups of 3–5, own-root bushes gradually knit together; with year one focused on roots, year two on shoots and year three on full effect, they form a stable, long-lived edging with modest upkeep for casual gardeners

Decorating ideas

  • Cottage Pathway Ribbon – Plant a double row along a gravel or stepping-stone path, interplanting pockets of oregano and peach-leaved bellflower for a relaxed cottage look – ideal for fans of romantic, rural-style gardens
  • Red Mini Hedge – Use closely spaced plants to frame a small lawn or vegetable patch, clipping only lightly so the bright red pompon blooms form a low, cheerful boundary – suited to neat, easy-care family gardens
  • Container Welcome Trio – Combine LOLLIPOP™ in a 40–50 litre pot with tufted hairgrass and a trailing seasonal annual to flank your front door with soft movement and all-summer colour – perfect for busy urban homeowners
  • Perennial Colour Pockets – Tuck groups of three roses at the corners of mixed beds with campanulas and grasses so their compact red mounds anchor the planting without dominating – good for small suburban plots
  • Children’s Discovery Corner – Arrange a low cluster of LOLLIPOP™ beside a bench, with herbs and easy annuals, so children can safely observe flowers and visiting insects up close – great for young families starting gardening

Technical cultivar profile
ParameterData
Name and registration Miniature, dwarf rose; registered cultivar name Lollipop, trade name Lollipop™ Mini - dwarf rose Lollipop; ARS approved exhibition name Lollipop; exhibition miniature in cut and bush form.
Origin and breeding Bred by Ralph S. Moore, Sequoia Nursery, United States, 1959; parentage 0-47-19 (Rosa wichurana × Floradora) × Little Buckaroo; introduced by Sequoia Nursery and Roy H. Rumsey Pty. Ltd.
Growth and structure Compact, bushy habit, 30–40 cm high and 25–35 cm spread; densely clothed in glossy mid-green foliage with sparse prickles, forming a low mound suitable for edging, low hedges and container culture.
Flower morphology Small double spherical pompon blooms, 0.5–1.5 inches across, borne mainly in clusters; 26–39 petals per flower; free- to repeat-flowering with a strong second flush, generally good self-cleaning of spent blooms.
Colour and phenology Uniform mid-red flowers with slight purple depth; buds deep dark red and velvety, opening to mid-red with paler inner centres; colour lightens in strong sun rather than darkening; overall moderate colour retention through the season.
Fragrance and aroma Very weak fragrance, barely noticeable in the garden; a discreet, elegant scent character that does not dominate nearby plants, making it suitable for positions where strong perfume is not required.
Rose hip characteristics Occasional small globular hips, 5–7 mm diameter, orange-red (RHS 41A); ornamental effect modest; generally not a primary feature of the cultivar but may offer minor wildlife interest.
Resistance and hardiness Hardy to approximately -21 to -18 °C (H7, USDA 6b, Swedish zone 3); disease resistance medium overall, with good black spot resistance but moderate susceptibility to powdery mildew and rust; moderate heat tolerance, needs watering in dry spells.
Horticultural recommendations Best in full sun with well-drained soil; spacing 25–50 cm depending on use; 11.1–12.8 plants/m² for mass planting; medium maintenance, occasional disease checks; ideal for edging, containers, low hedges and front-of-border planting.

LOLLIPOP™ offers compact, self-cleaning red flowers, easy container and edging use, and long-lived own-root growth that settles reliably into Irish gardens; consider it if You want lasting colour with straightforward care.

Detailed product attributes

Product Identification Data

Product Name: LOLLIPOP™ – red dwarf-mini rose - Moore
Product Type: pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Cultivar Authenticity: Verified:23.10.2025
Cultivar Merit Rating: premium silver
Item Number: [184] 04-001 (14.02.2026) pharmarosa.ie

Name and Registration

Cultivar Name Meaning: The word "Lollipop" in English means a lollipop, a candy on a stick.
Trade Name: Lollipop™ Mini - dwarf rose Lollipop
Rose Group: Miniature
Commercial Type: dwarf, mini rose
Commercial Group: Mini - dwarf rose
Exhibition Category: exhibition miniature (cut and bush form)
Collection: Mini - dwarf rose

Origin and Breeding

Initial Distributor: Sequoia Nursery (United States, 1959); Roy H. Rumsey Pty. Ltd. (Australia, 1962)
Registration Year: unregistered cultivar
Breeder: Ralph S. Moore
Breeding Company / Institution: Sequoia Nursery (Visalia, California, USA)
Breeding Year: United States, 1959
Parentage: 0 -47 -19 (Rosa wichurana × ‘Floradora’) × ‘Little Buckaroo’

Growth and Structural Characteristics

Height: 1-1.3ft (30-40 cm)
Spread: 0.8-1.1ft (25-35 cm)
Growth Habit: compact, bushy
Foliage: The variety has dense foliage. The leaves have a glossy surface and a mid-green shade (RHS 137A).
Prickliness: sparsely thorned
Self-Cleaning Description: Most of the spent flowers fall off naturally.
Self-Cleaning Intensity: Self-cleaning: good.

Flower Morphology

Petal Count: 26-39
Flower Fullness: double-flowered
Flower Form: spherical, pompon
Flower Size: S (0,5-1,5 in)
Inflorescence Type: clustered
Colour Code: ARS code: MR RHS code: 46A (outer), 46B (inner)
Repeat Flowering: Remontant, with an abundant second flowering.

Colour Data and Phenology

Colour: red
Flower Colour: Uniform mid-red tone with a slight purple depth.
Closed Bud: Deep dark red with a velvety surface.
Freshly Opened Flower: Outer petals mid-red, with a paler red centre on their inner faces.
Full Bloom: Even red colour, with a slightly darker shade at the petal edges.
Pre-Fading Flower: Fading red with a slight pinkish tinge.
Colour Fading Description: In strong sunlight the colour lightens, tending to fade rather than darken.

Fragrance and Aroma

Fragrance Strength: very weak, barely noticeable scented rose
Fragrance Character: discreet, elegant character
Pollinator Attraction: Double (26–39 petals) blooms moderately attract pollinators, since the fully double flower form often conceals or reduces access to the stamens, limiting nectar and pollen availability.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating: Double, 26–39-petalled flowers; partially pollinator-friendly, moderately attractive to pollinators.

Rose Hip Characteristics

Rose Hip Shape: spherical
Rose Hip Colour: orange-red (RHS 41A)
Rose Hip Notes: Occasionally produced, 5–7 mm in diameter, globular, orange-red (RHS 41A) rose hip.

Resistance and Hardiness

Hardiness (°C): -21–-18 °C
Heat and Drought Tolerance Description: Tolerates heat moderately; requires regular watering during prolonged dry periods.
Disease Resistance: medium
  • powdery mildew – medium
  • black spot – resistant
  • rust – medium

Horticultural Recommendations

Recommended Spacing: for mass planting 30 cm, for hedging 25 cm, as a specimen 50 cm
Planting Density: square planting 11,1 plants/m², hexagonal arrangement 12,8 plants/m²
Partial Shade Tolerance: Prefers a sunny position
Maintenance Requirements: Maintenance requirement medium; occasionally requires pest and disease control.
Key Uses: edging, container, flower bed, low hedge

Notes

Strengths: Green mindset – Mindful garden investment
Companion Plants: Campanula persicifolia - peach‑leaved bellflower Origanum vulgare - oregano Deschampsia cespitosa - tufted hairgrass
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LOLLIPOP™ – red dwarf-mini rose - Moore
Uniform mid-red tone with a slight purple depth. - dwarf, mini rose - very weak, barely noticeable scented rose - discreet, elegant character
Online rose order - red - dwarf, mini rose - Lollipop™ - (1-1.3ft (30-40 cm))
Inflorescence: clustered Height: 1-1.3ft (30-40 cm) Flower shape: spherical, pompon Winter hardiness: 5b red - Sequoia Nursery (United States, 1959); Roy H. Rumsey Pty. Ltd. (Australia, 1962) dwarf, mini rose - Flower size: S (0,5-1,5 in) Flower size: S (0,5-1,5 in) - Height: 1-1.3ft (30-40 cm) Height: 1-1.3ft (30-40 cm) - Flower fullness: double-flowered Lollipop™ - Roses in the garden | pharmaROSA® Original - premium silver Ralph S. Moore

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Care guide

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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