The outer petals are full, deep pink, while the inner surface is a paler, pastel pink. - flowerbed floribunda rose - very strong, far-smelling rose - fruity, rose-scented
– Very strong, far-reaching fruity rose fragrance
– Compact, upright shrub for beds and edging
– Rich violet-pink, very double cupped blooms
– Excellent disease resistance, ADR award winner
– Low-maintenance, suitable for partial shade
– Special feature: Multiple international prizes for beauty and scent.
Low-maintenance – Eco-friendly garden design
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
24,70 £
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FREIFRAU CAROLINE® – pink bedding floribunda rose – Kordes
Fragrant and intensely pink, Freifrau Caroline® Parfuma® brings classic, cupped clusters of very double blooms with a romantic look and a rich, far-carrying scent that enhances everyday family gardens. Bred by Kordes with ADR recognition, it combines reliable health and low maintenance with an upright habit that suits small beds, front gardens and edging around the house. As an own-root plant in a handy 2-litre pot, it settles steadily, forming a dense, well-branched bush that endures for years with modest care and copes confidently with British weather, even where strong winds and heavy rain call for good planting preparation and drainage. You can expect a natural rhythm of development, with the first year focusing on root establishment, the second on building shoots and structure, and by the third year delivering its full ornamental value and stable flowering display. The plentiful second flush keeps borders looking tidy and colourful through summer, while its compact size and balanced growth make layout decisions simple for beginners and experienced gardeners alike. In smaller plots or cottage-style mixes, this long-lived, dependable floribunda offers an easy route to a refined, perfumed focal point without complicated gardening routines.
Freifrau Caroline® Parfuma®: inner flower structure and concealed stamens.
Dense, matt dark green foliage on Freifrau Caroline® Parfuma®.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front garden bedding along the path
The compact, upright habit forms a neat low hedge, giving clear structure to front gardens without blocking windows or sightlines. Regular height and spread make spacing straightforward, so paths stay accessible and planting looks ordered even in small spaces. Ideal for the thoughtful beginner
Small mixed borders near the house
Strong, far-reaching fragrance and richly double flowers create a scented focus close to doors and seating areas, working well with cottage-style perennials. Its consistent flowering pattern means nearby plants are easy to coordinate for colour and height. Perfect for the home-focused gardener
Low-maintenance rose beds
Bred for high disease resistance, it keeps foliage clean with minimal spraying, suiting busy households who still want traditional roses. Simple annual pruning and regular watering are usually sufficient to sustain attractive growth and abundant blooms. Suited to the time-pressed owner
Small groups of 3–5 plants in front gardens
Planted in loose drifts, its uniform shape and repeat flowering create a continuous block of colour that reads as one coherent feature. Using identical plants in small groups reduces design decisions while still looking deliberate and composed. Helpful for the design-conscious novice
Edging and low informal hedging
The recommended close planting distances allow you to build a soft, low border edge that stays relatively even in height. Dense, dark green foliage underpins the colourful flowers, so the line looks full even between flushes, keeping borders framed. Good for the structure-seeking homeowner
Partially shaded urban gardens
Its tolerance of partial shade makes it suitable for side returns, north–south terraces or spots that only receive a few hours of sun. Flowering remains reliable where conditions are bright but not exposed all day, helping city gardens feel lush and lived in. Practical for the light-limited urbanite
Large containers on patios and terraces
In a 40–50 litre container with quality compost and steady watering, it forms a compact, upright shrub that perfumes seating areas and small courtyards. The moderate size and repeat bloom make seasonal care—feeding, pruning, deadheading—straightforward on balconies and hard standings. Designed for the space-conscious balcony-owner
Weather-exposed or coastal-style beds
Strong growth and proven garden performance give reassurance where wind and rain can be frequent, provided the soil is prepared with good drainage and structure. Its resilience and own-root stability help maintain form and flowering despite less-than-sheltered sites. Reassuring for the climate-aware buyer
Styling ideas
COTTAGE BORDER – combine with soft blue nepeta and white campanulas to echo traditional cottage gardens, ideal for romantic-style enthusiasts seeking a perfumed, low-fuss front border – for style-led beginners
MONOCHROME PINK – pair with pale-pink geraniums and blush foxgloves to build a harmonious pink palette that looks designed yet simple to manage – for colour-conscious home gardeners
EVENING TERRACE – plant in a large pot beside seating, underplanted with trailing ivy and scented lavender to enjoy its strong perfume on summer evenings – for patio and balcony users
STRUCTURED EDGE – repeat along a path with low box or euonymus to give a formal green line beneath the blooms, balancing ease of care and classic order – for those wanting tidy front gardens
TEXTURED BACKDROP – set in front of dark-foliaged shrubs such as Cotinus ‘Royal Purple’ to let the pink flowers stand out and provide long-season contrast – for design-aware but busy gardeners
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Floribunda bed rose, registered as KORbevmahe; marketed as Freifrau Caroline® Parfuma®, shrub rose for fragrant flowerbeds, verified premium gold quality on pharmarosa.co.uk.
Origin and breeding
Bred by W. Kordes & Sons in Germany, with unknown parentage; introduced and registered in 2017 by W. Kordes’ Söhne as a modern, garden-focused perfumed floribunda.
Awards and recognition
Holds the ADR award (Germany, 2019); Silver medal and Best Fragrance at Kortrijk 2019; Certificate of Merit at The Hague International Rose Trials in 2020.
Growth and structural characteristics
Upright, bushy shrub, typically 70–100 cm high and 45–60 cm wide, with dense, matt, dark green foliage and moderate prickliness; forms a compact, well-filled plant structure.
Flower morphology
Medium-sized, very double, cupped blooms with over 40 petals, produced in clusters on branching stems; remontant habit with a generous second flush in suitable conditions.
Colour data and phenology
Deep pink outer petals with paler pastel inner surfaces; tones shift to lighter pink edges while centres remain vivid; good colour retention with attractive violet-pink discs at full opening.
Fragrance and aroma
Very strong, far-reaching fragrance with fruity and classic rose notes; primarily ornamental, as the highly double blooms hide stamens and offer limited access for pollinating insects.
Hip characteristics
Hip set usually light due to very double flowers, but may occasionally form small, spherical orange-red hips around 9–12 mm, adding a discreet late-season accent in some years.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Rated to approximately −21 to −18 °C, RHS H7, USDA 6b and Swedish Zone 3; noted resistance to powdery mildew, black spot and rust under normal garden conditions.
Horticultural recommendations
Suited to beds, groups and edging; low maintenance with modest pruning and regular watering; performs in partial shade; ideal spacing 30–55 cm depending on use and density.
FREIFRAU CAROLINE® offers powerful fragrance, healthy repeat flowering and compact growth on a durable own-root framework, making it a refined yet practical choice for long-lived, easy-care garden planting.
Competition and Show Awards:
Kortrijk, Belgium – Silver medal + Best Fragrance award, International Rose Competition (2019); The Hague, Netherlands – Certificate of Merit, International Rose Trials (2020)
Flower Colour Description:
The outer petals are full, deep pink, while the inner surface is a paler, pastel pink.
Closed Bud:
Dark crimson-pink with a subtle purplish sheen at the tip.
Newly Opened Flower:
The outer petals are vivid deep pink, while the centre has a slightly mauve tone.
Full Bloom:
Rich violet-pink disc, the base of the inner petals with a pale rosy reverse.
Before Fading:
Their edges fade to a pale pink while the centre remains a clear, deep pink.
Colour Fading Description:
During opening, the deep pink tone at the petal edges lightens to a pale pink, while the centre remains vivid, deep pink throughout.
Hip Comment:
Hip formation is expected to be slight due to the double flowers; occasionally it may produce globular, orange‑red hips 9–12 mm in diameter.
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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