Pure white base colour with a delicate creamy tone at the base of the petals. - dwarf, mini rose - very weak, barely noticeable scented rose - delicately honeyed character
– Compact, bushy habit for small spaces.
– Very full rosette blooms in dainty clusters.
– Pure white flowers with subtle creamy tones.
– Reliable repeat flowering all season.
– Hardy to H7, suitable for colder regions.
– Special feature: Ideal for edging and containers, creating neat white borders.
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pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
17,40 £
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FROTHY – white dwarf-mini rose - McGredy
Compact and naturally bushy, Frothy is a miniature shrub rose that tucks neatly into small British gardens, edging and containers where space is at a premium yet you still want reliable seasonal colour. Its very full, rosette blooms open in creamy buds that turn pure white, then finish with a soft greenish cast, creating an ever-changing, frothy effect that suits both cottage and front-garden styles. As an own-root plant it settles in for the long term, building a stable, balanced shape and regenerating well after pruning or weather stress. In typical UK conditions it copes steadily with damp spells and breezy sites by managing wet, windy weather without spoiling its display. You can expect a calm, gradual development – first strengthening its root system, then pushing more shoots, and by the third year giving its full ornamental performance with low-fuss maintenance. Its moderate height and spread make planning straightforward, while repeat flowering keeps beds and pots lively across the summer. Group a few plants together for a dense, foamy border, or use as a neat, repeat-blooming accent in a larger mixed planting.
Frothy shows a newly opened snow-white flower with a soft creamy base.
Frothy at full bloom, showing its very full, rosette-shaped white flowers.
Very full, rosette-shaped white blooms with a delicate creamy base.
Frothy shows different flower opening stages in one clip.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front garden edging
The naturally compact, low-growing habit makes Frothy ideal for neat edging along paths and driveways, keeping a tidy line without constant clipping. Its small size fits narrow front gardens yet still offers noticeable summer presence for beginners.
Small beds and borders
A bushy, evenly shaped miniature shrub, it fills small beds without becoming leggy or overpowering neighbouring plants, giving structure at about knee height. This steady form helps you keep a balanced look in modest plots for busy homeowners.
Containers and large pots (40–50 litres+)
Its scale is perfect for patio tubs and doorstep pots, especially in 40–50 litre containers that give roots room to establish for years. Once settled, it needs only simple watering and feeding routines, suiting urban gardeners.
Repeat-flowering focal point
The remontant habit, with a strong second flush, provides waves of bloom rather than one brief show, so even a single plant can anchor a small seating area or entrance. This dependable flowering rhythm supports aesthetics-focused owners.
Rain-exposed or breezy spots
Dense, small blooms and a sturdy miniature framework cope well with typical British showers and wind, holding their decorative effect without collapsing. This makes planning easier in open, less sheltered plots for coastal gardeners.
Low-effort family gardens
Medium maintenance and moderate disease resistance mean that, with basic watering and occasional plant protection, Frothy stays attractive without specialist care. It establishes steadily over the first seasons, rewarding casual gardeners.
Long-term planting schemes
As an own-root rose it forms its structure where it is planted, recovering well from harder pruning and living on as a stable feature for many years, a reassuring choice for long-range plans for forward-planners.
Classic cottage-style mixes
The soft white, very full rosettes pair beautifully with informal perennials and shrubs, echoing traditional cottage gardens while staying small enough to weave between other plants and cope with cool, damp spells for style-conscious beginners.
Styling ideas
Pathway ribbon – line both sides of a front path with Frothy at regular spacing for a crisp white border – ideal for homeowners who want order without formal topiary.
Cottage pocket – mix Frothy among low catmint and hardy geraniums for a relaxed, frothy cottage-bed effect – suited to those seeking softness in a small space.
Doorstep welcome – plant one or three plants in a 50–60 litre terracotta pot by the front door – perfect for busy urban residents wanting instant polish.
Mini hedge – create a low, flowering boundary between lawn and border using rows at hedge spacing – good for families wanting gentle separation without fencing.
Monochrome calm – combine Frothy with silver foliage and pale grasses for a quiet, reflective corner – appealing to gardeners who prefer subtle, calming schemes.
Technical cultivar profile
Characteristic
Data
Name and registration
Miniature shrub rose, registered as MACfrothy, marketed as Frothy – white dwarf-mini rose - McGredy; own-root pharmaROSA ORIGINAL 2-litre container-grown garden rose for consumer planting.
Origin and breeding
Raised by Samuel Darragh McGredy IV (McGredy Roses International, New Zealand); ‘Chaumant’ × ‘Popcorn’; bred c. 1986 and introduced in 1992 by C & K Jones.
Growth and structural characteristics
Miniature, bushy shrub to around 45–55 cm high and 40–50 cm wide, moderately dense mid-green foliage with slight gloss, moderately prickly stems, forming a compact, rounded outline.
Flower morphology
Very full, rosette-shaped blooms with 40+ petals, small (approx. 0.5–1.5 in) and carried in clusters; remontant, with an abundant second flush and further repeat flowering in season.
Colour data and phenology
Pure white with creamy tones at petal bases; buds cream-white, opening to matt white (RHS 155D outer, 11D inner), then fading greenish-white before petal fall, giving a soft, foamy visual effect.
Fragrance and aroma
Very weak fragrance with a delicately honeyed character; scent is generally only noticeable at close range and is not a primary feature compared with the visual display of the blooms.
Hip characteristics
Rose hips are usually few due to the very double flower form; when present they are spherical, 5–7 mm in diameter and orange-red, giving minor autumn interest without seeding issues.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Medium disease resistance with moderate susceptibility to black spot, powdery mildew and rust; hardy to approximately −21 to −18 °C (RHS H7, Swedish Zone 3, USDA Zone 6b) in normal garden conditions.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in sunny positions for abundant flowering; suitable for edging, beds and containers; plant 35–40 cm apart (6.3–7.2 plants/m²) and provide medium-level care with occasional plant protection.
Frothy Mini - dwarf rose MACfrothy offers compact growth, repeat white flowering and long-term stability from its own-root form, making it a dependable, space-efficient choice for today’s family gardens; consider it where you want quiet, lasting structure.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
FROTHY – white dwarf-mini rose - McGredy
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Flower Colour Description:
Pure white base colour with a delicate creamy tone at the base of the petals.
Closed Bud:
Cream-white to snow-white bud with a slight yellowish tint.
Newly Opened Flower:
Snow-white petals with a pale creamy gradient on their inner surface.
Full Bloom:
Uniform, matt white surface with outer petals edged in sparkling white.
Before Fading:
The petals fade to greenish-white, the cream tone gradually disappears.
Colour Fading Description:
During opening the creamy tone gradually disappears; at full bloom it is uniformly white and before fading it becomes greenish‑white.
Pollinator Attraction:
Its fully double blooms do not attract pollinators because the densely packed petals conceal the stamens, making nectar and pollen inaccessible.
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
PharmaRosa Ltd. Company registration number: 01-09-717479 VAT number: 13075314-2-43 Plant health registration no.: HU130721 Bank account (IBAN): HU85117631891388688400000000 BIC (SWIFT): OTPVHUHB Bank name: OTP Bank Nyrt.
