The petals' base colour is milky white, which gradually turns pink in sunlight. - floribunda rose for flower beds - mild, discreetly scented rose - rosy character
– Compact, upright shrub for neat borders
– Abundant remontant flowering all season
– Elegant white‑pink blooms with crimson tones
– Mild rosy fragrance for subtle charm
– Bee‑friendly single flowers for pollinators Gné speisialta: Buaiteoir óir La Tacita International Trials 2009 sa chatagóir Floribunda.
Climate-conscious choice – Season-spanning
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
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OCCHI DI FATA – white-pink bedding floribunda rose - Barni
OCCHI DI FATA brings a touch of magic to small and medium Irish gardens with clouds of white-pink single blooms that deepen charmingly in the sun. You get an easy, compact shape that sits neatly at the front of borders, needing only simple annual pruning to stay tidy. Its single flowers are openly welcome to bees, giving You a pollinator-friendly edge without turning Your front garden into a wild meadow. As a remontant floribunda, it offers season-long colour, returning in flushes from early summer well into autumn for dependable display. The 2-litre own-root plant is already well rooted, so after planting it focuses on below-ground growth in year one, builds bushy shoots in year two, and then shows its full ornamental value by year three. In coastal or exposed sites it copes well once established, as long as You give reasonable drainage in heavier clay soils and avoid waterlogging. Its long-lived, own-root nature means it can quietly regenerate from the base over the years, holding its place with reassuring constancy in Your family garden picture.
Occhi di Fata in full bloom, showing its white-pink flowers.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front garden bedding strip along a path or driveway
Compact, upright bushes hold a neat outline, so paths stay tidy while the white-pink flowers provide a welcoming, repeat-flowering ribbon of colour from early summer to autumn for busy homeowners who prefer low-fuss.
Small mixed border near the house
The moderate height and 50–75 cm spread make it easy to weave among perennials without overwhelming them, while the colour-shifting petals add interest close-up for those who like to enjoy their garden from the kitchen window or patio, including beginners.
Romantic cottage-style group planting (3–5 plants)
Planting a small group at 40–65 cm spacing creates a soft, cloud-like effect of milky white and pink blooms, ideal beside lavender or wallflowers for an informal cottage look that still stays manageable for time-poor gardeners.
Pollinator-friendly focal point in a family garden
The single, cup-shaped flowers leave stamens fully accessible, drawing in bees while still looking refined, so You can support wildlife without sacrificing a tidy appearance, suiting families who want a garden that is both useful and attractive.
Decorative container on a sunny patio or balcony
In a minimum 40–50 litre container with good drainage, its compact habit forms a well-filled, long-flowering patio feature, ideal for small urban spaces or coastal balconies where You want reliable bloom without complex maintenance, perfect for renters.
Low rose hedge edging a lawn or vegetable plot
Regular spacing at around 35 cm gives a short, flowery hedge that helps define spaces while staying easy to clip once a year, offering a charming, structured boundary that suits those who enjoy order but favour simplicity.
Season-long colour accent near seating areas
The remontant flowering habit gives repeated flushes, so a single specimen at 65 cm spacing near a bench or terrace provides ongoing interest through the season, reassuring gardeners who want consistent colour without constant tinkering.
Long-term planting in average Irish clay soils
Once the own-root plant has settled, its hardy, compact structure and ability to regenerate from the base make it a durable choice in typical heavier Irish soils, as long as You provide decent drainage in persistently wet spells, ideal for cautious newcomers.
Decorating ideas
Cottage Pathway Drift – line a front path with OCCHI DI FATA and interplant with lavender for a soft, romantic edge that stays compact and easy to trim – for lovers of classic cottage charm.
Pastel Patio Pot – grow one plant in a 40–50 litre terracotta pot with trailing thyme and soft blue lobelia to enjoy repeat-flowering colour at eye level – for balcony and small-terrace gardeners.
Bee-Friendly Corner – combine with wallflowers and herbs such as rosemary to create a tidy, pollinator-attracting corner that still looks ordered – for families who want wildlife without a wild look.
Soft Border Focus – group 3–5 bushes at the front of a mixed border with hydrangeas behind to set up a layered white-and-pink display – for busy homeowners wanting instant structure.
Season-Long Front Bed – repeat OCCHI DI FATA along a low front-garden bed with spring bulbs for early interest and summer–autumn rose colour – for beginners seeking reliable, easy-care impact.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Floribunda bed rose, registered as BARfata, marketed as Occhi di Fata within the Le Farfalle collection; exhibition floribunda suitable for bedding and garden display under its approved exhibition name.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Enrico Barni in Pistoia, Italy, introduced and registered in 2004 by Rose Barni; parentage not published. Developed as a compact, free-flowering garden and exhibition floribunda for beds and borders.
Awards and recognitions
Gold (first prize) in the Floribunda category at the La Tacita International Trials for New Roses in 2009, confirming strong ornamental value and performance under independent trial garden conditions.
Growth and structure
Compact, upright bush reaching about 60–85 cm in height with a 50–75 cm spread. Dense, dark green, slightly glossy foliage on moderately thorny stems; forms a tidy, rounded shrub suited to small beds and edging.
Flower morphology
Bears medium-sized, single, cup-shaped flowers in clusters, with around 5–12 petals that open relatively flat. Remontant habit provides an abundant second flush and further flowering waves across the season.
Colour and phenology
Base petal colour is milky white, the buds tipped pale pink. In sunlight the blooms develop a mid-pink to crimson rim and inner zone, deepening overall so that the white base nearly disappears at full maturity.
Fragrance and aroma
Light, discreet rosy scent that is noticeable close-up without being overpowering, suitable for seating areas and front gardens where a gentle perfume is preferred over strong, intense fragrance.
Rose hip characteristics
Produces moderately abundant, small spherical hips about 8–12 mm in diameter, maturing to an orange-red colour, adding a subtle decorative element and seasonal interest after the main flowering period.
Resistance and hardiness
Hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C (H7, USDA 6b, Swedish zone 3). Shows medium sensitivity to powdery mildew and black spot and very sensitive to rust, so regular monitoring and plant protection are advised.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in full sun with well-drained soil; water during prolonged dry spells. Space 40 cm in beds, 35 cm for low hedges, 65 cm as specimens. Suitable for beds, borders, groups and large containers of at least 40–50 litres.
OCCHI DI FATA offers compact bedding growth, repeat white-pink flowering and long-lived own-root resilience, giving You a reliable, attractive choice for front gardens and containers when You are ready to add a dependable rose.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
OCCHI DI FATA – white-pink bedding floribunda rose - Barni
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Flower Colour:
The petals' base colour is milky white, which gradually turns pink in sunlight.
Closed Bud:
Milky-white bud tip with a delicate pale pink tint.
Freshly Opened Flower:
Pure white interior with a delicate veil of pale pink along the edge.
Full Bloom:
Against a white background a mid‑pink rim and inner zone are visible, the even, vivid colour gradient is clearly seen and displays progressively deepening pink tones.
Pre-Fading Flower:
The entire flower darkens to a deep crimson-pink, the white base almost completely disappearing.
Colour Fading Description:
In sunlight the white petals change to a darker pink–crimson shade; there is no data on significant fading.
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.
