Deep, velvety crimson-pink flower with a vivid yellow ring of stamens. - landscape shrub rose - medium-strength, noticeably scented rose - rich, spicy, classic wild-rose–rosy aroma
– Deep, velvety cherry‑red single blooms
– Specifically attractive to bees and pollinators
– Very hardy, reliable even in cold winters
– Good drought and heat tolerance
– Dense, bushy shrub for hedges and borders Gné speisialta: Hips dubha ornáideacha mar bhia éan.
Water-wise – Future-proof garden concept
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
18,80 €
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ROSA PIMPINELLIFOLIA SINGLE CHERRY – dark red landscape shrub rose
Single Cherry is a characterful botanical shrub rose for anyone who wants a natural, low-effort garden effect that simply settles in and performs. Its cherry-red, single blooms open wide to show golden stamens, drawing bees and other pollinators even in changeable Irish summers with frequent rain and humid conditions. After flowering, masses of small, black hips appear, feeding birds and giving long-season structure. This is a tough, long-lived, own-root shrub that copes with lean soils and coastal breezes, building a permanent framework that needs only light annual care. Give it sun or light shade, plant it once, and let it mature at its own pace as roots establish in year one, top growth builds in year two, and full ornamental value appears by year three. In a minimum 40–50 litre container or open ground, it forms a dense, bushy, hedge-like presence with matte, grey-green foliage and good disease resistance. The once-a-year spring display is generous and reliable, then self-cleaning blooms make way for hips, so You spend more time enjoying and less time pruning, ideal for busy families.
Pre-fading bloom of 'Single Cherry' with deep mauve-pink tones and visible stamens.
Dense thorns on Rosa pimpinellifolia 'Single Cherry' stems.
Use cases
Target area
Reason
Front garden specimen shrub
A single plant makes a striking, informal focal point beside a path or lawn, with cherry-red flowers followed by glossy black hips for long-season interest; minimal pruning keeps the shrub in shape, perfect for time-poor beginners
Mixed cottage-style border
The natural, wild-rose character blends beautifully with perennials and grasses, giving a relaxed country look that suits Irish cottage and suburban gardens without fussy care, ideal for fans of soft, romantic plantings
Low-maintenance wildlife hedge
Dense, thorny growth and abundant hips offer shelter and food for birds, while open, nectar-rich flowers support pollinators; once established, the hedge needs only light trimming, well suited to wildlife-minded homeowners
Pollinator-friendly front garden strip
The simple, easily accessible blooms are specifically attractive to bees and other insects, helping to turn even a small front strip into a lively habitat with very little work, an easy win for eco-conscious gardeners
Water-wise, low-care bank or groundcover
This hardy shrub tolerates poorer, drier soils and full sun once rooted, so it can stabilise tricky banks or wide borders with little extra watering, giving future-proof structure for sustainability-focused families
Coastal and exposed sites
Robust, bushy growth and tough foliage cope well with brisk winds and damp Atlantic weather, providing reliable cover and colour where more delicate roses struggle, especially useful for coastal village and seaside gardens
Large patio container (40–50 litres minimum)
In a generous container with good drainage, it forms a bushy presence with seasonal flowers and hips, bringing rose character to paved or gravel spaces with just watering and an annual feed, ideal for busy urban balconies
Low-edged boundary or driveway planting
Planted in a loose line, it makes a natural, informal boundary that softens hard edges; self-cleaning flowers and durable foliage keep the line tidy without constant clipping, suitable for practical, low-effort households
Decorating ideas
Cottage Curve – Plant a sweeping curve of Single Cherry backed by foxgloves and hardy geraniums for an easy, romantic cottage feel – ideal for rural homeowners who prefer relaxed, wildlife-friendly borders
Pollinator Ribbon – Line a sunny front path with spaced shrubs underplanted with lavender and catmint to create a buzzing ribbon of colour – perfect for families wanting a simple, bee-friendly entrance
Bird Garden Corner – Combine Single Cherry with rowan and crab apple so hips and berries feed birds through winter – suited to nature lovers who enjoy watching wildlife from the kitchen window
Colour Contrast Bed – Pair its dark cherry blooms with white hydrangeas and silver-leaved Artemisia for strong contrast and long-season structure – good for small gardens needing bold effect with low maintenance
Container Retreat – Grow one shrub in a 50-litre pot with trailing thyme and violas at the base to soften the rim – tailored to balcony and patio users seeking character without complex care
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Rosa pimpinellifolia Single Cherry, botanical landscape shrub rose, unregistered old variety, also known in some listings as Neptune; belongs to the botanical rose commercial group with shrub growth habit.
Origin and breeding
Historic cultivar of unknown breeding origin, introduced around 1820, with no recorded breeder or formal registration; valued in traditional gardens for resilience and natural character rather than showbench use.
Growth and structure
Bushy, densely branched shrub with abundant thorns and compact, mid- to grey-green foliage; forms a naturally rounded outline suitable for informal hedging, banks and mixed borders in family gardens and parks.
Flower morphology
Single, cup-shaped blooms with approximately 5–12 petals, produced in clusters; flowers are extra large for a botanical type and appear in a generous, once-a-year flush rather than repeating through the season.
Colour and phenology
Deep, velvety crimson-pink flowers with a bright yellow ring of stamens; tones may soften to deep mauve-pink as blooms age, providing rich colour early in the season before decorative black hips develop.
Fragrance and aroma
Medium-strength scent combining classic wild-rose notes with a spicy rosy character; fragrance is noticeable around the shrub, especially on still, mild days, adding sensory appeal to paths and seating areas.
Rose hip characteristics
Produces numerous small, spherical black hips about 10–15 mm wide, highly ornamental into autumn and winter; hips are good food for birds and contribute to the variety’s value as a habitat-creating shrub.
Resistance and hardiness
Exceptionally frost hardy (approx. USDA zone 3a, RHS H7, Swedish zone 6) with good tolerance of heat and poorer soils; generally resistant to powdery mildew, black spot and rust in typical garden conditions.
Horticultural recommendations
Suited to specimen, group, park and hedging use, perennial edging, wildlife planting and large containers; low maintenance, needing mainly planting, occasional watering in drought and light formative or renewal pruning.
ROSA PIMPINELLIFOLIA SINGLE CHERRY offers tough, low-maintenance colour, strong pollinator appeal and bird-feeding hips on a long-lived own-root shrub, making it a dependable choice if You want to plant once and enjoy for years.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
ROSA PIMPINELLIFOLIA SINGLE CHERRY – dark red landscape shrub rose
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Self-Cleaning Description:
The petals of the simple flowers fall off by themselves after opening; the conspicuous golden-yellow stamens remain visible for a short time, then black, globular hips develop in their place.
Flower Colour:
Deep, velvety crimson-pink flower with a vivid yellow ring of stamens.
Closed Bud:
Deep, full crimson-red bud, with a slight purplish tone on the outer bud leaves.
Freshly Opened Flower:
The inner petals of the freshly opening blooms are an intense cherry-pink–red, in places deep with a slight purplish tone, and the bright yellow stamens in the centre provide a strong contrast. The outer face of the petals is still whitish, silvery and li
Full Bloom:
Strong, deep pink–purple petals with a slightly radiant yellowish‑white centre. The petals are richly saturated with a velvety appearance, and the contrast of the yellow stamens is particularly vivid.
Pre-Fading Flower:
The crimson-pink tone softens slightly, fading to a deep mauve-pink.
Pollinator Attraction:
Simple (approx. 5–10 petals), cherry‑red flowers with conspicuous golden‑yellow stamens offer abundant nectar and pollen, and the simple bloom form with readily accessible stamens makes the variety highly attractive to pollinating insects.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Specifically pollinator-friendly variety (recommended as a 'bee plant' by multiple specialist sources, explicitly cited as attractive to pollinators, and included on the RHS Plants for Pollinators list)
Heat and Drought Tolerance Description:
It tolerates dry, nutrient‑poor soils and full sun well; however, during prolonged hot droughts it requires regular watering.
Maintenance Requirements:
Maintenance requirement low; very hardy, tolerant of a wide range of soils and generally healthy, but, like other roses, may suffer from powdery mildew, black spot and rust.
Key Uses:
specimen shrub rose, group and park planting, borders and perennial bed edging, hedging, groundcover and nature-friendly/habitat-creating planting, container cultivation, cut flower
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.
