Dark, velvety-toned red. - floribunda bedding rose - mild, subtly scented rose - subtly spicy character
– Deep, velvety dark red cluster blooms
– Compact, bushy habit for dense bedding
– Remontant with plentiful repeat flowering
– Good colour retention, fades only slightly
– Tolerates heat and moderate drought well Special feature: Multi-award winner in Lyon 1990, including Plus Belle Rose de France.
Familiar garden experience – Long-term garden plan
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
19,40 €
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NICCOLO PAGANINI ® – deep red bedding floribunda rose – Meilland
If You would like a reliable deep red floribunda that simply gets on with the job in Irish conditions, NICCOLO PAGANINI ® is a compact, bushy bedding rose that copes well with cool summers and our often humid, rain‑washed weather. Its clusters of velvety blooms repeat generously through the season, keeping front gardens and borders richly coloured without demanding complicated routines. Moderate self‑cleaning and only occasional deadheading keep upkeep manageable for busy households, while own‑root strength gives a naturally balanced, long‑lived bush that can regenerate after tougher winters or pruning mistakes. In year one it concentrates on roots, in year two it builds shoots, and by year three You can expect full ornamental impact that fits neatly into cottage‑style beds, urban front gardens and classic red‑rose schemes.
Niccolo Paganini ® shows a double bloom with a pronounced medium-height centre.
Niccolo Paganini produces double, cupped flowers with a pronounced medium-height centre.
Dense, glossy mid-green foliage on Niccolo Paganini ®.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front garden focal bed by the entrance
The rich, velvety red clusters create instant kerb appeal in a modest footprint, while the compact, bushy habit stays tidy beside paths and driveways with only light pruning, ideal for a low‑effort welcome for busy homeowners
Small rose group of 3–5 plants in a family garden
Planted in a tight group, the uniform height and dense foliage quickly knit together into a striking, flower‑rich mound that looks “finished” without complex design skills, suiting beginners seeking easy, reliable structure for their first roses
Mixed cottage‑style border with perennials and grasses
The deep red flowers hold their colour well and repeat through summer, threading a romantic accent among perennials such as liatris, baby’s‑breath or feather reed grass, perfect for those who want a classic cottage touch with straightforward care for rural gardeners
Low hedge or edging along a driveway or path
Regular spacing at 35–40 cm forms a neat, flowering ribbon that reads as a small hedge; moderate self‑cleaning and simple trimming keep the line smart without fussy shaping, ideal for creating order and colour for neat‑garden lovers
Sunny urban front garden with limited planting depth
The good heat and moderate drought tolerance mean it copes with reflected heat from paving and walls, provided it is watered in dry spells, making it a confident choice for small city plots and terraces for urban households
Large container on balcony, terrace or doorstep
In a 40–50 litre pot with quality compost and regular watering, this compact floribunda forms a dense, floriferous shrub that brings strong colour close to seating areas, suited to those who garden mainly in containers for apartment residents
Long‑term rose planting for family homes
As an own‑root, premium‑rated variety from a renowned breeder, it develops a stable framework that can be rejuvenated by pruning over many years, fitting households planning a durable, low‑drama rose feature for long‑term planners
Simple ornamental bed in heavier Irish soils
Once established with decent drainage, its moderate disease resistance and adaptable, bushy habit give steady performance even where soil is heavier and rainfall frequent, reassuring those in typical Irish conditions of dependable results for Irish beginners
Decorating ideas
Classic Red Welcome – Plant a trio by your front gate with white Gypsophila repens at their feet for a crisp red‑and‑white look – ideal for homeowners wanting traditional charm without complicated planting plans
Cottage‑Style Drift – Weave a short row through a border with feather reed grass and soft pink perennials to give movement behind the rich red clusters – perfect for fans of relaxed, romantic cottage gardens
Urban Statement Pot – Grow a single plant in a 50‑litre charcoal container by the doorstep, underplanted with silver‑leafed herbs for contrast – great for busy urban gardeners who need strong impact in little space
Family‑Friendly Border – Line a play‑lawn with a low edging of NICCOLO PAGANINI ® and cheerful summer bedding for a colourful, easy‑to‑maintain frame – suited to families wanting brightness with simple upkeep
Evening Colour Corner – Combine this deep red rose with white liatris and pale hydrangeas near a seating area so the dark blooms glow at dusk – ideal for those who enjoy relaxed evenings in the garden
Technical cultivar profile
Property
Data
Name and registration
Floribunda bedding rose, registered as MEIcairma, marketed as NICCOLO PAGANINI ®. Belongs to the bed rose commercial group and is approved for exhibition as Niccolo Paganini by the American Rose Society.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Alain Meilland in France from MEIjulita × (MEIdanu × Uncle Walter). Introduced and registered in 1990 by Meilland International, where it entered the market as a premium bedding floribunda rose.
Awards and recognitions
Highly decorated at Lyon in 1990: Gold Medal, Plus Belle Rose de France, and Medal of the Great Rose of the Century, reflecting its ornamental quality and performance under trial conditions.
Growth and structure
Compact, bushy shrub 65–95 cm high and 40–60 cm wide, with dense, mid‑green glossy foliage and moderate prickles. Forms a well‑filled, even bush suited to mass bedding, edging and smaller mixed borders.
Flower morphology
Medium‑sized, double flowers with 26–39 petals, borne in clusters. Blooms are cupped with a distinct medium‑height centre and repeat freely, giving a generous second flush when deadheaded and fed correctly.
Colour and phenology
Deep, velvety dark red blooms, buds showing burgundy‑black tints. Colour holds well, darkening slightly in strong sun rather than bleaching. Provides a long flowering season with regular repeat flushes in good conditions.
Fragrance and aroma
Subtly scented rose with a mild, gently spicy character rather than a strong perfume. Best appreciated at close range, making it pleasant along paths and seating areas without overpowering nearby planting combinations.
Rose hip characteristics
Rose hip formation is usually sparse due to the full double flowers. When hips develop they are small, spherical, orange‑red, around 8–12 mm in diameter and mainly of ornamental rather than wildlife value.
Resistance and hardiness
Winter hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, USDA 6b, Swedish Zone 3). Disease resistance to black spot, mildew and rust is moderate, responding well to basic hygiene and, if needed, occasional plant protection.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in full sun with well‑drained soil; allow 40–60 cm spacing depending on use. Keep evenly moist, feed regularly, and deadhead for strongest repeat flowering. Ideal for beds, hedging, parks and urban green spaces.
NICCOLO PAGANINI ® offers rich repeat flowering, a compact, bushy habit and long‑term own‑root reliability, making it a sound choice if You want a deep red rose that works hard with straightforward care.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
NICCOLO PAGANINI ® – deep red bedding floribunda rose - Meilland
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Pollinator Attraction:
Its heavily double, fringed blooms have inaccessible stamens, so it attracts pollinators poorly.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Its double, ruffled flowers partially conceal the stamens, so its pollinator friendliness is limited and it is primarily an ornamental variety.
Rose Hip Notes:
Rose hip formation is usually scant because of the double flowers; if they form, the hips are spherical, orange‑red and 8–12 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.
