It is characterised by a pronounced contrast between vivid raspberry-red and snow-white stripes. - hybrid tea rose - very weak, barely noticeable scented rose - slightly sweet character
– Striking raspberry-red and snow-white stripes
– Elegant high-centred blooms for cutting
– Abundant repeat flowering through the season
– Good hardiness down to about -25 °C
– Resistant to powdery mildew and black spot Saintréith speisialta: Hips oráiste-dearga cruinne, ann go heisiach.>
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pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
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PHILATELIE™ – red-white hybrid tea rose – McGredy
If You love elegant roses but do not want complicated care, PHILATELIE™ is a reliable hybrid tea that brings classic long-stemmed blooms to ordinary Irish front gardens. Its upright, moderately tall growth forms a tidy, easy-to-manage bush, ideal for smaller beds or a single feature rose by the path. Large, high-centred flowers in a striking raspberry-red and snow-white marbling stand out even on grey days, while the plant’s medium maintenance needs suit busy owners who still want a “proper” rose. As an own-root plant it builds a strong base that keeps the rose young and regenerating for many seasons, rather than tiring on old graft wood. It copes well with our cool, damp conditions and occasional heavy showers, provided the soil drains reasonably, making it suitable for many Irish family gardens. Use it as a fragrant-lite cut flower in the house or enjoy the long-flowering display outside, knowing that in year one it focuses on roots, year two on shoots, and by year three it reveals its full ornamental potential.
Philatelie™ hybrid tea rose in freshly opened bloom, showing raspberry-red outer petals and white striping.
Closed bud of Philatelie™ with a deep raspberry-red base and thin white stripes.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front garden focal point
The upright, statuesque habit and large, high-centred flowers create an instant “proper rose” look beside a doorway or path, while own-root vigour supports a long-lived, low-fuss feature for busy home gardeners who still enjoy a touch of elegance.
Cut-flower corner in a family garden
As an exhibition-type hybrid tea with long stems and solitary blooms, PHILATELIE™ is ideal for cutting a few stems for the table without stripping the bush, suiting families who want reliable home-grown flowers but prefer to keep gardening tasks straightforward for beginners.
Small rose group (1–3 plants) in a mixed border
Planting a small group at the recommended spacing gives a coherent, vertical accent that slots neatly between perennials and shrubs, keeping borders tidy while offering repeat flushes that blend well with simple planting schemes for relaxed cottage-style gardens.
Neat edging rose in front of taller shrubs
With a height around 110–150 cm and moderate spread, this rose lines up well as a subtle edging in front of hydrangeas or evergreens, creating a structured but low-maintenance frame for the garden that suits households wanting order without complex pruning routines.
Showpiece for colour-contrast plantings
The strong raspberry-red and white striping stands out against dark green foliage and simple companions like wallflowers, turning even a small bed into a talking point while still relying on medium, manageable care suited to time-poor urban owners.
Sunny rose bed in Irish clay soils
Once planted in a well-prepared, free-draining spot, the own-root system settles gradually and copes well with our cool, damp weather and frequent rain, giving confidence that the rose will establish steadily even for those new to roses.
Long-term specimen for committed rose lovers
This premium bronze-rated cultivar rewards regular but simple care with years of flowering; as the own-root structure matures, it remains stable and rejuvenates from the base, suiting thoughtful gardeners who value a rose that ages gracefully with their garden.
Large patio container by a sunny wall
In a 40–50 litre pot with good drainage and regular watering during dry spells, PHILATELIE™ performs well as a statement container rose, bringing classic hybrid tea form to balconies or paved spaces for urban gardeners seeking strong impact from limited space.
Decorating ideas
COTTAGE STRIPE ACCENT – Combine PHILATELIE™ with soft pink wallflowers and low catmint in a narrow front border for a romantic, old-country entrance – ideal for cottage-style lovers who still prefer relatively simple upkeep.
RED-AND-WHITE FEATURE – Plant one specimen by a white-painted fence with dwarf lavender at its feet to echo the striped blooms – perfect for homeowners wanting a crisp, coordinated look in a compact front garden.
CLASSIC CUT-FLOWER PATCH – Group three PHILATELIE™ plants in a sunny bed with rows of herbs behind them to create a small cutting area – good for families who like to bring their own roses indoors without elaborate garden planning.
PATIO SHOWSTOPPER – Place a single plant in a 50 litre terracotta tub with trailing ivy around the rim by a sunny door – suited to balcony and terrace gardeners seeking maximum colour with minimal plant variety.
STRUCTURED MIXED BORDER – Alternate PHILATELIE™ with pale hydrangeas and airy grasses for vertical accents through the season – a smart option for busy gardeners who want a neat, designed look that remains easy to manage.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Hybrid tea rose, registered as MACcastlet, marketed as PHILATELIE™ – red-white hybrid tea rose – McGredy; ARS exhibition name Philatelie, with philatelic naming reference to stamp collecting.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Samuel Darragh McGredy IV, McGredy Roses International, Auckland, New Zealand. Parentage Tournament of Roses × Port Ludlow. Breeding around 1989, introduced in Europe in 2000 via Rosen-Union e.G.
Growth and structure
Upright hybrid tea with moderately dense, leathery dark green foliage. Typical height 110–150 cm, spread 60–90 cm, moderately thorny canes. Suitable for single specimens, rows or small groups in ornamental beds.
Flower morphology
High-centred, pointed buds opening to double blooms with 20–30 petals. Large flower size, typically 2.75–3.95 inches, mainly solitary on long stems, remontant with abundant second flush, classic cut-flower hybrid tea form.
Colour and phenology
Strong raspberry-red and snow-white striped flowers; buds deep red with fine white streaks, opening to evenly marbled blooms. Colour intensity moderate to strong, with slight fading and creamy tint in the white areas as flowers age.
Fragrance and aroma
Very weak fragrance; a barely noticeable, slightly sweet scent on warm days. Chosen primarily for visual impact and flower form rather than perfume, so best paired with fragrant companion plants if scent is a garden priority.
Rose hip characteristics
Rose hip set is limited due to double flowers, but occasional spherical orange-red hips 12–17 mm may form; mainly decorative value late in the season rather than a primary feature of this cultivar.
Resistance and hardiness
Hardy to approximately −26 to −23 °C (H7, USDA 5b, Swedish zone 4). Medium overall disease resistance; generally resistant to powdery mildew and black spot, with moderate rust susceptibility. Tolerates heat if watered in prolonged drought.
Horticultural recommendations
Prefers a sunny site with fertile, well-drained soil; avoid waterlogging on heavy clay. Recommended spacing 40–75 cm depending on use. Medium maintenance; occasional pest and disease control and seasonal pruning maintain best flowering and form.
PHILATELIE™ offers striking red-and-white blooms, classic cut-flower form and a tidy, upright habit, while its own-root strength supports long-term, dependable growth, so You can plant it with confidence and simply enjoy how it settles into Your garden.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
PHILATELIE™ – red-white hybrid tea rose - McGredy
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Flower Colour:
It is characterised by a pronounced contrast between vivid raspberry-red and snow-white stripes.
Closed Bud:
A deep raspberry-red base shows thin, irregular white stripes.
Freshly Opened Flower:
The outer petals are predominantly raspberry red, while the inner surfaces display pronounced white stripes.
Full Bloom:
The petals display an even red-and-white marbling, with colours that are intense and pure.
Pre-Fading Flower:
The red hue fades, and the white streaks take on a slight cream tinge.
Colour Fading Description:
As the bloom opens the red–white contrast generally remains intense; before the flowers fade the red shade becomes paler and the white stripes take on a slight cream tint.
Pollinator Attraction:
Its double flower form makes it less attractive to pollinators, as the double (telt) structure and reduced accessibility of the stamens limit insects’ access to nectar and pollen.
Rose Hip Notes:
Rose hip formation is expected to be limited due to the double flowers; occasionally it produces spherical, orange-red hips 12–17 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.
