Deep carmine-red base colour with a narrow, irregular white edging. - historical, hybrid perpetual rose - very strong, garden-filling scented rose - full-bodied, old-rose character
– Very strong, garden-filling old-rose fragrance
– Striking red blooms with fine white edging
– Reliable repeat flowering with generous second flush
– Excellent resistance to major rose diseases
– Hardy to USDA zone 5b, reliable winter survival
– Special feature: Historic 1897 Hybrid Perpetual with award-winning show pedigree.
Biodiversity – Proportional arrangement
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
22,90 £
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BARON GIROD DE L'AIN – red historical perpetual hybrid rose - Reverchon
Heritage character and fragrance combine in this classic hybrid perpetual rose, bringing richly scented, velvety red blooms edged in fine white to your front garden with reassuring reliability. Its bushy, upright habit makes an elegant, easy-to-place specimen for beds and borders, while its low intervention needs and good disease resistance suit busy owners seeking uncomplicated maintenance. As an own-root plant it settles deeply and matures steadily, giving long-term longevity and graceful regrowth if ever cut back. Naturally shade-tolerant, it copes well in typical British light levels and moist soils, even where you may need improved drainage on heavier ground in exposed spots with prevailing winds. Over the first seasons roots establish, then top growth builds, before it reaches full ornamental impact, rewarding patient gardeners who want a dependable, traditional rose with genuine period charm and generous bloom.
Cup-shaped, double flowers of Baron Girod de l’Ain.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front garden focal shrub
The rich red blooms traced with a fine white edge stand out beautifully against brick or render, making a single shrub an immediate talking point near your front door. Its bushy habit fills space without sprawling, yet needs only light seasonal shaping, so the display stays smart with minimal effort for the style-conscious homeowner.
Small bed or mixed border
In a modest family border this variety gives a long, scented season with repeat flowering, so the same plant offers colour from early summer into autumn without complex care. Regular deadheading is helpful, but otherwise its robust health and reliable rebloom keep the bed cheerful and structured for the time-pressed gardener.
Cottage-style group planting (1–3 plants)
Planted in a loose triangle, the rounded, upright bushes create a traditional cottage feel, their historic character pairing well with catmint and sage. The plants gradually knit together, forming an enduring feature that only needs straightforward pruning, suiting those who enjoy classic looks but prefer uncomplicated routines as a beginner.
Specimen in lawn or park-style setting
Used as a solitary specimen at the recommended wider spacing, its symmetrical shape and strong scent give structure and a sense of permanence. As an own-root rose it responds well to renewal pruning and ages gracefully, developing a sturdy framework that rewards long-term planning for the patient planner.
Feature near seating or path
The very strong, old-rose fragrance is most appreciated up close, so a place by a bench, patio or frequently used path makes full use of its scented value. You gain a traditional, romantic atmosphere from one carefully placed shrub, ideal for those who want sensory impact from limited space as a city-dweller.
Low-maintenance heritage rose corner
Its good resistance to common fungal problems allows a characterful, old-fashioned rose display without regular spraying, especially in typical, moist British summers. Combined with simple mulching and watering in dry spells, upkeep remains manageable even in small gardens, reassuring the busy or less experienced owner.
Cooler, partially sheltered sites
This cultivar performs best where summers are not excessively hot and soil moisture can be maintained, making it well matched to many UK regions with cooler, humid conditions. In such spots it holds its colour longer and copes with rain and breeze, providing a stable show for the climate-aware buyer.
Large container on terrace (minimum 40–50 litres)
Grown in a generous pot with quality compost and regular watering, its upright, bushy habit and successive flushes give long-lasting structure on a patio or balcony. The own-root system adapts well to container life when given adequate volume, making it a sound choice for space-limited balcony-owners.
Styling ideas
Victorian-front – Frame a front path with one shrub on each side, underplanted with low catmint for a soft blue contrast – ideal for lovers of formal yet romantic façades.
Cottage-drift – Combine with sage, hardy geraniums and white verbena for a loose, nostalgic mix where the rose provides height and scent – perfect for those recreating a relaxed cottage feel.
Evening-seat – Position beside a favourite bench and pair with pale foxgloves and hostas so the perfume and dark blooms stand out at dusk – suited to gardeners who value quiet evening corners.
Heritage-focus – Use a single plant as a lawn island, edged with low box or clipped lavender, letting the historic form and fragrance take centre stage – good for enthusiasts of period garden details.
Patio-centrepiece – In a large container, mix trailing thyme and seasonal bedding at the base so the rose rises above a soft green skirt – attractive for balcony or courtyard owners wanting a strong focal point.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Baron Girod de l'Ain, historical hybrid perpetual rose, heritage collection; ARS exhibition name Baron Girod de l’Ain; unregistered cultivar, also circulated as a Reverchon introduction.
Origin and breeding
Sport mutation of ‘Eugène Fürst’, bred by Reverchon, France, circa 1875; introduced commercially in 1897 by the Reverchon nursery at Moulin-à-Vent near Lyon as a notable old garden rose.
Awards and recognition
Large Silver Medal from the Association Horticole Lyonnaise in 1897; multiple Victorian Award show prizes by the American Rose Society between 1998 and 2012 for exhibition quality.
Growth and structural characteristics
Bushy shrub 100–150 cm high and 90–140 cm wide, with moderately dense, matt light-green foliage and moderate prickliness; self-cleaning is weak, so spent blooms usually benefit from deadheading.
Flower morphology
Large, double, cup-shaped blooms with 26–39 petals, usually borne singly on stems; flowers repeat well with a generous second flush when regularly deadheaded and grown in full sun positions.
Colour data and phenology
Deep carmine-red flowers with narrow, irregular white edging; colour may fade to raspberry in heat, staying richer in cooler weather; best colour and edge contrast seen in moderate summer conditions.
Fragrance and aroma
Very strong, full-bodied old-rose perfume that easily fills the surrounding garden air; ideal where fragrance is a priority, particularly near windows, paths, terraces or frequently used seating areas.
Hip characteristics
Small numbers of ovoid, orange-red hips, around 12–18 mm, may form if flowers are not deadheaded, adding a modest late-season feature without significantly affecting overall garden neatness.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Shows good resistance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust; hardy to approximately −26 to −23 °C (RHS H7, USDA 5b), performing reliably in typical British winters with minimal special protection.
Horticultural recommendations
Prefers full sun and evenly moist, well-drained soil; dislikes heat and prolonged drought, so regular watering and mulching help. Spacing 100–180 cm depending on use; best for beds, parks and cutting.
BARON GIROD DE L'AIN offers richly scented, repeat-flowering heritage blooms on a long-lived, own-root shrub that matures into a stable, characterful feature in family gardens, making it a thoughtful choice if you seek enduring traditional charm.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
BARON GIROD DE L'AIN – red historical perpetual hybrid rose - Reverchon
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Pollinator Attraction:
Its double (26–39 petal) flowers attract pollinators only to a limited extent because the full form often conceals the stamens, reducing their accessibility.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Double, 26–39‑petalled flowers partially conceal the stamens, so the variety attracts pollinators only to a limited extent and is primarily ornamental.
Our product is a rose grown with pharmaROSA®’s unique cultivation technology!
2-litre, own-root, potted rose.
With a shoot system appropriate to the season.
With a root system that thoroughly permeates the growing medium.
Quality compliant with the requirements of the E.N.A. (European Nurserystock Association).
Supplied in unique packaging that prevents damage.
Can be planted during frost-free periods.
True-to-variety rose bush with a unique 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.
Crop overview: several varieties and growth stages in a short crop section.Shoot system: intensive growth of fresh basal shoots on a young plant.Root system: demonstration of a vigorous root system permeating the growing medium, by removing the pot.Balance: mature plant with root system and shoots in harmony with each other.
Information about the videos
The video series is not a “seasonal showcase”; it illustrates the essence of pharmaROSA® own-root cultivation in a tangible way: how the plant is built up, what the root system is like and how the shoot system regenerates. The recordings were therefore made at different times and with plants at various stages of development, so mixed foliage levels and differing stages of growth may appear in the videos. They are not a ‘sample’ of the batch dispatched, but a visual explanation of how the technology works. The current condition of the rose available to order — typical for the given period and similar to what you can expect to receive in the parcel — is shown in the upper part of the product page.
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Company details
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