Soft, milky-translucent pale pink with a subtly deepening shade towards the centre. - historical, centifolia rose - strongly scented, easily noticeable rose - classic rose character
– Soft, romantic pale pink rosette blooms.
– Strong, classic rose fragrance.
– Robust shrub with dense, dark green foliage.
– Very hardy; tolerates severe winter cold.
– Historical Centifolia rose with AGM award.
– Special feature: Ideal for hedges, borders and specimen planting in partially shaded gardens.
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pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
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FANTIN-LATOUR – pale pink historic centifolia rose - Bunyard
Historic charm and romantic abundance define Fantin‑Latour, a venerable centifolia shrub with double rosettes in soft, milky pink and a strongly scented, classic rose fragrance. Bushy, dark green foliage and sparse prickles make it surprisingly manageable in everyday family gardens, while its RHS Award of Garden Merit underlines reliable garden performance even where prolonged rain and wind demand solid planting that holds the border together. Flowering once in early summer, it offers a concentrated season of bloom ideal for front gardens, hedges and specimen shrubs, then settles into a handsome, leafy framework for the rest of the year. As an own‑root rose it develops steadily – roots in the first year, strong shoots in the second, and full ornamental presence by the third – giving you enduring character and low‑fuss longevity.
Fantin-Latour in different opening phases, from bud to fuller bloom.
Silky pale pink closed bud of Fantin-Latour.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front garden focal shrub
The tall, bushy habit and soft pale‑pink rosettes create a classic statement beside drives or paths, while sparse prickles make everyday access less daunting for trimming and light deadheading, well suited to the needs of the beginner.
Cottage‑style mixed border
Very double, cupped blooms in gentle, milky pink blend effortlessly with perennials and grasses, forming a romantic, slightly informal anchor that still reads as a tidy, coherent shrub, ideal for lovers of traditional cottage planting who dislike fussy maintenance, particularly the aesthetic‑focused.
Seasonal flowering hedge
Planting at hedge spacing builds a flowering screen that delivers one lavish early‑summer show, then a dense, dark green backdrop for the rest of the season, giving structure and privacy without constant clipping, attractive for time‑pressed family gardeners and the typical homeowner.
Specimen in lawn or courtyard
With its generous height and spread, Fantin‑Latour reads beautifully as a standalone specimen, the once‑a‑year flush providing a highlight while the rest of the season is carried by well‑clothed, healthy branches, appealing to those who want impact from a single planting, especially the occasional‑gardener.
Traditional cut‑flower corner
Large, very double rosette blooms with strong classic scent are excellent for nostalgic indoor arrangements during the flowering window, encouraging light picking rather than complex pruning, a pleasure for rose lovers who enjoy simple home bouquets, notably the collector.
Sheltered coastal or windy plots
The robust shrub framework, dense foliage and proven garden performance help it stand up to exposed sites where wind and frequent rain demand resilient planting that holds its shape and flowers reliably, reassuring for gardeners in challenging locations and the cautious planner.
Own‑root long‑term rose bed
As an own‑root plant it gradually forms a stable, well‑balanced shrub that can regenerate from the base, keeping its historic character over many years with straightforward renewal pruning, attractive for those planning long‑lived plantings, particularly the long‑view gardener.
Large containers and patio tubs
In a generously sized container of at least 40–50 litres with good drainage, its upright, bushy habit and scented blooms provide a period of intense display, followed by a solid leafy presence, ideal for patios and small paved gardens cared for by the busy urbanite.
Styling ideas
COTTAGE BORDER ANCHOR – Pair with dwarf lavender and soft blue perennials for a hazy, romantic edge in front gardens – ideal for cottage‑style enthusiasts seeking classic charm.
PASTEL HEDGE RIBBON – Plant a loose hedge and underplant with low grasses such as dwarf Pennisetum to soften the line – suited to family gardens needing gentle structure.
SCENTED LAWN ISLAND – Use one to three shrubs in a small island bed, circled by simple groundcovers, to create a fragrant summer focus – attractive for homeowners wanting a single easy statement.
HISTORIC MIX – Combine with other historic roses and traditional cottage plants in a sunny corner for a period feel – perfect for heritage‑minded gardeners building a characterful collection.
COURTYARD CENTREPIECE – In a large pot on a patio, surround the base with seasonal bedding in soft whites and pinks to highlight the once‑a‑year bloom – ideal for urban gardeners with limited space.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Fantin‑Latour is a historic centifolia shrub rose traded under this name; an unregistered variety used in exhibition as Fantin‑Latour within the Historic rose collection.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Edward A. Bunyard in the United Kingdom and introduced around 1900 by Bunyard’s Nursery, this centifolia‑type shrub rose represents classic historical breeding traditions.
Awards and recognition
Holds the Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit, confirming dependable garden performance, ornamental value and relative ease of cultivation under typical UK growing conditions.
Growth and structural characteristics
Strong, bushy shrub reaching about 140–220 cm in height and 120–190 cm in spread, with dense, dark green slightly glossy foliage and comparatively sparse prickles along the shoots.
Flower morphology
Large, very double rosette blooms with more than 40 petals, usually borne singly on stems, providing an abundant once‑a‑year flush rather than repeat flowering through the season.
Colour data and phenology
Soft pale‑pink flowers (RHS 65C outer, 65B inner) with milky, translucent tones; colour lightens in strong sun, edges fading almost creamy while the centre retains a gentle peach‑tinted pink.
Fragrance and aroma
Strong, classic old‑rose fragrance easily noticeable in the garden and indoors, giving a pronounced scented effect during the main flowering period, particularly suited to traditional rose lovers.
Hip characteristics
Hip formation is generally limited due to the very double blooms, though occasional small, spherical orange‑red hips around 9–15 mm in diameter may develop late in the season.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Hardy to around −34 to −32 °C (RHS H7; USDA 4a), with good powdery mildew resistance and moderate tolerance of black spot and rust, benefiting from basic preventive care in damp seasons.
Horticultural recommendations
Suited to borders, hedges, parks, specimens and cutting; prefers sun to partial shade, medium maintenance, regular watering in drought and planting distances adjusted to hedging or specimen use.
Fantin-Latour offers richly scented historic blooms, an award-backed, bushy garden presence and the quiet reliability of an own-root shrub, making it a thoughtful choice for long-term, low-fuss planting.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
FANTIN-LATOUR – pale pink historic centifolia rose - Bunyard
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Hip Comment:
Hip formation is expected to be limited because of the double flowers; occasionally spherical, orange-red hips 9–15 mm in diameter are produced.
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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