Vivid mauve-pink, an intensely toned flower. - nostalgia rose - mild, subtly scented rose - delicately spicy
– Vivid carmine-pink blooms with nostalgic charm
– Large rosette flowers, ideal for cutting
– Bushy, upright habit for elegant structure
– Dense, dark green foliage as rich backdrop
– Suitable for beds, containers and pergolas Saintréith speisialta: Cumhrán mín spíosrach le ton rómánsúil.
RAJAH'S ROSE – carmine-pink nostalgic rose – John Scarman
If You dream of a romantic cottage look without complicated gardening, RAJAH'S ROSE gives You richly petalled, rosette blooms in a warm, vivid carmine-pink that soften beautifully as they age. This nostalgic shrub rose forms a balanced, bushy structure that suits small Irish family gardens, coping well with our typical rain and the need for good drainage in heavier soils and lawns. The generous, repeat-flowering clusters are ideal for cutting, so You can enjoy its subtly spicy fragrance indoors as well. In a 2‑litre own-root pot it arrives already well rooted for easy planting, adapting gradually to Your soil and care routine for a long-lived, reliable display. Tolerant of shade for part of the day, it fits neatly into front gardens where sun moves around buildings. Think of its development as a gentle arc: first year strengthening roots, second year building shoots, and by the third year delivering its full nostalgic character in the border.
Rajah's Rose at full bloom, showing its deep carmine-pink rosette flowers.
Rajah's Rose showing its late colour fade from carmine-pink to a softer muted pink.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front garden bed under windows
Compact, bushy growth and carmine-pink rosette blooms create a welcoming front-garden focus without needing complicated design skills, ideal where You want romance and order together for the beginner
Small group planting (1–3 shrubs)
Planting 1–3 shrubs at the recommended spacing forms a softly rounded, coherent group whose nostalgic flower form looks considered yet easy-going, suiting family gardens wanting structure without formality for the homeowner
Mixed border with perennials
The vivid mauve-pink clusters pair beautifully with salvias, liatris or soft grasses, giving long-season colour and a future-proof backbone that matures steadily over years for the planner
Feature rose in a cottage-style bed
Its romantic, old-world rose look and gently spicy scent make it a natural focal point in cottage-style planting with foxgloves and herbs, delivering that storybook charm many Irish rural gardens favour for the dreamer
Cutting patch near the patio
Large, double, cluster-flowered heads provide plenty of stems for indoor vases, so You can enjoy the colour and light scent both outside and in, even from a small, easy-care cutting corner for the collector
Container on sheltered terrace or balcony
When grown in a 40–50 litre container with good drainage, its upright, bushy habit and repeat flowering give reliable colour close to the house, well suited to wetter Irish weather and limited ground space for the urbanite
Specimen rose beside a path or entrance
Used as a solitary shrub at wider spacing, it develops into a rounded, characterful plant whose colour shift from vivid to softer pink adds daily interest for those walking past for the visitor
Loose rose arch or pergola underplanting
Planted at the base of a light arch or pergola, its upright, bushy form and repeat clusters dress the structure’s lower line and tie in with climbers above, giving a layered, long-lived effect for the stylist
Decorating ideas
Cottage Welcome – Combine RAJAH'S ROSE with foxgloves, catmint and lavender along a front path for a soft, romantic welcome – ideal for those wanting a storybook cottage feel
Pink-and-White Calm – Pair its carmine-pink blooms with white hydrangeas and silver foliage plants for a calm, elegant border – perfect for busy owners who prefer simple, soothing colour schemes
Cutting Corner – Mix this rose with salvia, liatris and seasonal annuals near the patio to create a compact cutting patch – great for gardeners who enjoy bringing home-grown bouquets indoors
Container Focus – Plant one shrub in a 40–50 litre pot with trailing thyme and dwarf grasses for structure and movement – suited to small terraces and balconies needing one strong focal point
Structured Romance – Underplant a low hedge of Ilex crenata with RAJAH'S ROSE for formal bones softened by nostalgic blooms – for gardeners who like an ordered look with a romantic twist
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Trade name RAJAH'S ROSE, Romantic rose collection nostalgia shrub; Romantica, shrub group, bush rose type suitable for cutting, bred by John Scarman, authenticity verified for pharmarosa.ie own-root production.
Origin and breeding
Parentage unknown; bred in Germany in 2007 by John Scarman, with data on introduction and registration incomplete, but selected for romantic flower form and colour within the Romantic rose commercial group.
Growth and structure
Upright, bushy shrub reaching about 100–150 cm in height and 80–130 cm spread, with dense, slightly glossy dark green foliage and moderate prickles, forming a full, well-balanced garden shrub over time.
Flower morphology
Large, double, rosette-shaped flowers with 26–39 petals, borne mostly in clusters; remontant with an abundant second flush, providing impressive nostalgic flower heads well suited to beds and cutting.
Colour and phenology
Vivid carmine-pink to mauve-pink; buds dark pink with a purplish tint, opening bright pink then softening to muted carmine-pink with pale edges, with moderate colour retention and a deep-pink centre at full bloom.
Fragrance and aroma
Mild but noticeable scent with a delicately spicy character; not overpowering, making it suitable near seating or paths where a subtle, refined fragrance is preferred over strong perfume.
Rose hip characteristics
Forms rose hips in moderate quantities; small ellipsoidal fruits about 8–13 mm in diameter, coloured orange-red, adding discreet late-season interest without dominating the plant’s appearance.
Resistance and hardiness
Hardy to approximately -21 to -18 °C (USDA 6b, RHS H7, Swedish zone 3); disease resistance low, with susceptibility to powdery mildew, rust and some black spot, so regular monitoring and protection are advised.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in well-drained soil with regular feeding and moisture; allow 60–110 cm spacing depending on use, 2.0–2.4 plants/m² for mass planting; suited to beds, containers, cut flowers, and under light arches or pergolas.
RAJAH'S ROSE offers nostalgic rosette blooms, a bushy, garden-friendly structure and dependable repeat flowering on a long-lived own-root shrub, helping You enjoy romantic colour with steady development over the years, should You decide it suits Your garden.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
RAJAH'S ROSE – carmine - pink nostalgic rose - John Scarman
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Full Bloom:
Uniform deep-pink centre, with the petal reverse slightly lighter.
Pre-Fading Flower:
The colour is soft, a muted carmine that pales to pink, with a pale pink tinge at the edge.
Colour Fading Description:
As the flower opens the bright carmine-pink tone noticeably fades; before fading it shifts to a soft, muted carmine-pink with a pale pink margin.
Pollinator Attraction:
Its fully double flowers moderately attract pollinators, as the double flower form and reduced accessibility of the stamens limit insects’ access to nectar and pollen.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Due to its double blooms it is at best partially pollinator-friendly and attracts pollinators only moderately
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.
