Romantic rose

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Daisy's Delight

Romantic rose

- – John Scarman

The flower is characterised by a delicate silvery‑pink tone. - nostalgia rose - strong, richly scented rose - sweet, rich character

– Romantic pale-pink rosette blooms in clusters
– Very full flowers with strong, rich fragrance
– Upright, bushy shrub for beds or containers
– Dark, glossy foliage gives elegant contrast
– Winter-hardy to RHS H7, moderate disease resistance
Special feature: Blooms fade from silvery pink to creamy tones, creating a nostalgic, changing display.
Harmonious environment – Minimal maintenance
Daisy's Delight
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
21,10 £
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Daisy's Delight – pale pink nostalgic rose – Scarman

Nostalgic rosettes of pale silvery pink, a romantic focal point in small beds and front gardens, combine with upright bushy growth and dense dark foliage for an easy, traditional cottage feel; own-root plants establish securely, forming a long-lived structure that copes well even where soil stays heavy after rain and needs careful drainage management. Strong, sweet fragrance and generous remontant flowering give reliable display from summer onwards, while the plant steadily develops – first putting energy into roots, then into sturdy shoots, and by the third year reaching its full ornamental impact with minimal intervention beyond basic feeding and watering.


Freshly opened flower of Daisy's Delight, showing silvery-tinged pale pink petals.
Closed bud of Daisy's Delight, showing its uniform silvery powdery pink tone.
Daisy's Delight in full bloom, showing a very full rosette flower form.

Usage options

Target area Reasoning
Front garden feature rose Daisy's Delight forms an upright, well-shaped shrub around 110–160 cm, ideal as a welcoming feature by a gate, path or front door. Its dense, glossy dark foliage looks tidy even between flushes, supporting the medium maintenance requirement. Perfect for the style-conscious homeowner
Romantic cottage-style bed The very full, rosette-shaped blooms and pale silvery-pink colour suit traditional cottage mixes with perennials and grasses, echoing classic British front gardens without demanding expert care or complex pruning. A good choice for the cottage-garden beginner
Small group planting (1–3 shrubs) Planting two or three shrubs at 110–120 cm spacing creates a soft, billowing line or loose hedge, giving more impact than a single plant while remaining easy to look after in a family garden. Well suited to the time-poor gardener
Feature in mixed border The remontant flowering habit provides a generous second flush, weaving repeat colour through a mixed border. Dark, glossy foliage sets off lighter companion plants and maintains structure once the main summer display has passed. Ideal for the long-season planner
Container on patio or terrace Its upright habit and strong fragrance work well in a large container, where flowers can be enjoyed up close from seating areas; choose a substantial 40–50 litre pot to support long-term root development and reduce watering frequency. Best for the compact-garden owner
Low-maintenance family garden rose Moderate disease resistance and a medium maintenance requirement mean routine checks and occasional treatments are usually sufficient, without the need for specialised rose care, while own-root growth helps the shrub recover well from any setbacks. Suits the busy family
Structural rose for long-term planting On its own roots the plant gradually forms a balanced, stable shrub that rebuilds well after pruning and can remain in place for many years, giving enduring romantic character without frequent replacement or replanting. Ideal for the long-view gardener
Bed with difficult, heavier soil Once established in well-prepared ground, the robust shrub form anchors reliably even where heavier soils hold moisture; raised beds or improved drainage help it settle and then perform steadily, limiting worry over wet spells in typical British weather. Reassuring for the cautious beginner

Styling ideas

  • Cottage-border trio – Plant three shrubs in a gentle curve with Stipa tenuissima and soft blue Aster novi-belgii for a romantic, billowing border – for lovers of relaxed cottage style
  • Front-door welcome – Use a single shrub flanking a path with low lavender or nepeta edging to frame the entrance in scented pale pink – for homeowners enhancing kerb appeal
  • Patio perfume pot – Grow one plant in a 40–50 litre clay container with trailing thyme at the base to enjoy fragrance near seating – for balcony and terrace gardeners
  • Roses-and-mock-orange – Combine with Philadelphus coronarius behind the rose for layered white and pink blossom and summer scent – for enthusiasts of classic romantic pairings
  • Soft screening row – Space shrubs at about 110 cm to form a loose, flowering boundary that feels airy yet private – for families wanting gentle garden structure

Technical cultivar profile
Parameter Data
Name and registration Shrub rose, nostalgia type; trade name Daisy's Delight Romantic rose Scarman, ARS exhibition name Daisy's Delight; part of the Romantic rose collection.
Origin and breeding Bred by John Scarman in Germany around 2009, introduced circa 2015 via Scarman Roses and Landhaus Ettenbühl; exact registration year and parentage are not recorded.
Growth and structural characteristics Medium to tall upright shrub, around 110–160 cm high and 100–150 cm wide; moderately thorny with dense, dark green, glossy foliage providing a full, structured appearance.
Flower morphology Large, very full, rosette-shaped clustered flowers with over 40 petals; remontant habit provides initial bloom followed by a generous second flush in suitable conditions.
Colour data and phenology Silvery pale pink flowers, ARS lp, RHS 36D outer, 158C inner; buds open pink, then lighten to creamy, buttery tones, with colour fading a little faster in strong sun.
Fragrance and aroma Richly scented rose with a strong, sweet, classic fragrance; heavily double blooms mainly serve ornamental use rather than pollinator support due to enclosed stamens.
Hip characteristics Forms small, spherical red hips occasionally, around 8–12 mm diameter; hips add a modest decorative touch in late season when present, but are not a main feature.
Resistance and winter hardiness Hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C, RHS H7, Swedish zone 3, USDA 6b; moderate resistance to black spot, powdery mildew and rust, requiring periodic monitoring.
Horticultural recommendations Best in sunny sites with well-drained soil; medium maintenance with occasional pest and disease control; suitable as specimen, in flower beds, or larger containers from 40 litres.

Daisy's Delight offers rich fragrance, repeat flowering and a stable, long-lived own-root shrub for easy front-garden charm; an excellent option to consider when planning a romantic yet manageable border.

Detailed product attributes

Product Identification Data

Product Name: DAISY'S DELIGHT – pale pink nostalgic rose - Scarman
Product Type: pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Cultivar Authenticity: Verified:16.10.2025
Cultivar Quality Rating: premium bronze
Item Number: [887] 40-099 (14.02.2026) pharmarosa.co.uk

Name and Registration

Meaning of Cultivar Name: The term "Daisy's Delight" refers to the beauty evoked by the daisy flower, that is the common daisy, or by a woman named Daisy.
Original Trade Name: Daisys Delight
Current Trade Name: Daisy's Delight Romantic rose Scarman
Rose Group: Shrub
Commercial Type: nostalgia rose
Commercial Group: Romantic rose
Exhibition Category: shrub rose
Collection: Romantic rose

Origin and Breeding

Initial Distributor: Landhaus Ettenbühl (Switzerland); Scarman Roses Shop (United Kingdom)
Introduction Year: 2015 (estimated)
Registration Year: Data not available
Breeder: John Scarman
Breeding Year: Germany, 2009
Parentage: unknown

Growth and Structural Characteristics

Height: 3.6-5.2ft (110-160 cm)
Spread: 3.3-4.9ft (100-150 cm)
Growth Habit: upright
Foliage: The variety has dense foliage. Its leaves have a glossy surface and a dark green shade (RHS -147A).
Prickliness: moderately thorny
Self-Cleaning Description: No information on self-cleaning.
Self-Cleaning Intensity: No data available on self‑cleaning strength.

Flower Morphology

Flower Fullness: very full-flowered
Flower Shape: rosette
Flower Size: L (2,75-3,95 in)
Inflorescence Type: clustered
Colour Code: ARS code: lp RHS code: 36D (outer), 158C (inner)
Repeat Flowering: Remontant, with a generous second flowering.

Colour Data and Phenology

Colour: pale-pink
Flower Colour Description: The flower is characterised by a delicate silvery‑pink tone.
Closed Bud: The bud is uniform, silvery, powdery pink.
Newly Opened Flower: At opening, the outer petals are silvery-tinged pale pink, and the inner petals are a slightly deeper shade.
Full Bloom: When fully open it remains a pale pink, with a barely perceptible creamy flush at the edges.
Before Fading: The petals fade to a buttery cream with only a hint of pink.
Colour Fading Description: Lightens from pale pink to a creamy colour and fades more quickly in strong sunlight.

Fragrance and Aroma

Fragrance Strength: strong, richly scented rose
Fragrance Character: sweet, rich character
Pollinator Attraction: According to the descriptions, its double, marbled flowers are not very attractive to pollinators, as the double flower form and reduced accessibility of the stamens limit pollinator access to nectar and pollen.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating: Its very double flowers enclose the stamens, making it primarily an ornamental cultivar.

Hip Characteristics

Hip Shape: spherical
Hip Colour: red
Hip Comment: Small, occasionally formed, 8–12 mm in diameter, spherical, red rose hip.

Resistance and Hardiness

Hardiness (°C): -21–-18 °C
Heat and Drought Tolerance Description: No data are available on heat–drought tolerance.
Disease Resistance: moderate
  • powdery mildew – moderate
  • black spot – moderate
  • rust – moderate

Horticultural Recommendations

Recommended Planting Distance: for mass planting 120 cm, for hedging 110 cm, as a solitary specimen 200 cm
Planting Density: in square planting 0,7 plants/m², in hexagonal arrangement 0,8 plants/m²
Partial Shade Tolerance: prefers a sunny position
Maintenance Requirement: Maintenance requirement medium; occasionally requires pest control.
Primary Uses: flower bed, specimen, container

Comments

Strengths: Harmonious environment – Minimal maintenance
Companion Plants: Stipa tenuissima - fine ornamental grass Philadelphus coronarius - mock orange Aster novi-belgii - autumn aster
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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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