Dolce Taste of Love® BOZREKA023 – cyclamen-red edible bedding rose
Vibrant cyclamen-red rosettes and a compact upright habit make Dolce Taste of Love® an easy choice for tidy front gardens and low hedging where you want flowers that simply perform with minimal fuss in typical British conditions, even where drainage is improved in heavier soils or raised beds; its strongly repeating clusters keep beds colourful over a long season, while edible petals with a fruity character lend themselves to simple home gastronomy such as salads and cake decoration, and the own-root shrub settles in steadily – roots in year one, strong shoots in year two, then full ornamental value by year three – developing into a stable, medium-height shrub with dark, glossy foliage that stands up well to normal heat and dry spells when watered in time, offers subtly scented enjoyment near paths and seating, brings useful structure to small family gardens, and provides attractive hips for late-season interest and wildlife appeal.
Usage options
| Target area |
Reasoning |
| Front garden bedding along paths or driveways |
Its compact, upright form and 40–60 cm height create a neat, low ribbon of colour that stays within bounds, ideal for front gardens where space is limited yet a smart, dependable look is needed for beginners. |
| Small mixed borders in family gardens |
Frequent, clustered flowering provides a long season of vivid cyclamen-red blooms that weave easily among perennials, ensuring reliable colour without complex planning for busy homeowners. |
| Edible and kitchen gardens near the house |
Edible, colour-stable petals that retain their shade during processing make this rose a practical choice beside vegetables or herbs, adding safe, decorative flowers for salads and desserts for food-lovers. |
| Low hedging or edging around cottage-style beds |
Planted at 25–30 cm intervals, Dolce Taste of Love® forms a low, structured edging that visually ties together cottage-style plantings while still looking airy and informal for traditional cottage-gardeners. |
| Sunny patios in large containers (40–50 litre) |
A medium-sized shrub habit and good heat tolerance mean it performs well in generous pots, provided watering is regular, giving strong repeat flowering right where you sit and relax for patio-focused gardeners. |
| Pollinator-friendly family spaces |
Double blooms that open to reveal visible stamens attract bees, bringing gentle movement and life to child-friendly gardens where wildlife interest is welcome but stings are best minimised for cautious families. |
| Sites with improved heavy or chalky soils |
As an own-root shrub, it establishes a stable framework and adapts gradually, coping well where soil has been modestly improved and drainage upgraded in heavier spots typical of many British plots for busy gardeners. |
| Low-maintenance ornamental beds with seasonal interest |
Once settled, it offers repeating blooms in summer followed by small orange-red hips, extending visual interest into autumn with only moderate plant protection needed in average seasons for practical garden-owners. |
Styling ideas
- COTTAGE RIBBON – Line a front path with Dolce Taste of Love® and interplant fragrant geraniums for a soft, romantic edging – ideal for lovers of traditional cottage-style entrances.
- GASTRO BORDER – Combine with herbs and salad leaves near the kitchen door so edible petals are close to hand for garnishing plates – perfect for home cooks who enjoy fresh, garden-to-table touches.
- STRUCTURED BED – Use short rows of this compact shrub to frame small mixed borders, backed by taller dogwoods for winter stems – suited to those wanting calm order without losing seasonal interest.
- COLOUR FOCUS – Group 3–5 plants in a small bed to create an intense cyclamen-red focal point that’s easy to care for and highly visible from windows – fitting for busy owners who garden from indoors as much as out.
- PATIO SHOWCASE – Plant a single shrub in a 40–50 litre container with trailing herbs at the rim to enjoy repeat flowering and mild fragrance by seating areas – attractive for balcony and terrace gardeners.
Technical cultivar profile
| Parameter |
Data |
| Name and registration |
Dolce Taste of Love® BOZREKA023, medium-sized edible shrub rose, bedding floribunda; registered as BOZREKA023 with EU plant variety protection CPVO 64789 from 2023. |
| Origin and breeding |
Bred by Biljana Božanić Tanjga of PhenoGeno Roses, Serbia; introduced after 2023 by PhenoGeno Roses as part of the Taste of Love® edible rose collection. |
| Growth and structural characteristics |
Compact, upright shrub reaching 40–60 cm high and 40–55 cm wide, moderately dense, dark green glossy foliage, medium prickliness, suitable for beds, edging and low hedging. |
| Flower morphology |
Medium-sized, very double rosette blooms, typically 40+ petals; produced in clusters with strong repeat flowering, including a notably abundant second flush in favourable conditions. |
| Colour data and phenology |
Vivid cyclamen-red with slightly purplish tone; colour holds well, with gentle pinkish lightening at petal edges as blooms age, maintaining ornamental effect and stability when petals are processed. |
| Fragrance and aroma |
Mild, fresh, fruity fragrance that is noticeable at close range without being overpowering, adding a subtle sensory layer near paths, seating areas and edible planting spaces. |
| Hip characteristics |
Produces moderately abundant spherical orange-red hips, around 5–8 mm in diameter, giving additional late-season colour and modest wildlife interest once the main flowering period declines. |
| Resistance and winter hardiness |
Hardy down to approximately −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, USDA 6b, Sweden zone 3); moderate disease resistance, with average tolerance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust under normal care. |
| Horticultural recommendations |
Best in sunny sites with reasonable drainage; space 25–50 cm depending on use; medium maintenance with occasional plant protection and regular watering during prolonged dry periods. |
Dolce Taste of Love® BOZREKA023 offers compact form, long-season flowering and edible, fruity-scented petals on a durable own-root shrub, making it a thoughtful choice for relaxed, long-lived family gardens.
