Pure white, with a creamy sheen. - climber, climbing rose - very weak, barely noticeable scented rose - scent description not available
– Pure white, silky blooms for elegant displays
– Reliable repeat flowering with strong second flush
– Vigorous climber for arches, fences and façades
– Glossy dark foliage creates striking contrast
– Hardy to H7, suitable for colder regions
– Special feature: Long-lived, ideal for sustainable designs.
Long-lasting plant – Sustainable garden design
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
22,90 £
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ICE COOL – white climbing rose – Delbard
This French-bred climber brings pure elegance to pergolas, arches and façades with its snow-white, high-centred blooms and dark, glossy foliage. As a pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL own-root plant, it establishes reliably, building a long-lived, well-anchored framework that copes steadily with breezy, rain-prone British seasons and heavier garden soils. The semi-double, exhibition-style flowers appear in generous flushes, followed by a particularly plentiful second flowering that keeps vertical features bright through summer. Growth is naturally vigorous yet manageable, reaching typical two-storey height without becoming unkempt when tied in and pruned once a year. Supplied well rooted in a 2-litre pot, it is easy for beginners to plant and care for, while experienced gardeners value its reliable repeat performance and dark-foliaged contrast in classic front gardens and cottage-style mixes. Encourage strong structure in the early years and enjoy the full ornamental presence as it matures into a stable, long-term feature over time, with thoughtfully placed supports guiding its clean, architectural lines.
Freshly opened bloom of Ice Cool, showing its bright icy white tones.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front-garden rose arch over a path
Exhibition-style, snow-white blooms make a crisp statement over a gate or path, while the vigorous but tidy climbing habit quickly clothes an arch without overwhelming it. Own-root growth builds a durable framework that repays simple, once-a-year pruning for beginners.
Pergola or seating-area cover
Consistent, repeat flowering with a notably plentiful second flush keeps pergolas and outdoor seating areas light and fresh through summer. Semi-double blooms with dark green foliage create a refined canopy that remains attractive even between peaks, ideal for relaxation.
Façade or fence screening
The climber’s height and dense, glossy foliage provide an effective green screen, while pure white flowers brighten brickwork or fencing without clashing with other plants. Own-root anchoring and adaptable growth cope well with exposed British plots and changeable weather for homeowners.
Classic cottage-style mixed border backdrop
Snow-white flowers and dark foliage give strong contrast behind perennials and shrubs, echoing traditional cottage gardens. The clean, high-centred bloom form reads well at a distance, helping a small border feel composed with minimal maintenance for busy gardeners.
Small group planting on a sunny boundary
Planted at the recommended spacing, a short run of plants forms a coherent, long-lived feature that repeats reliably year after year. Own-root plants recover well from pruning adjustments, supporting low-fuss boundary design for long-term-minded planners.
Vertical accent in a compact family garden
Using height rather than ground space, this climber adds impact in modest plots, leaving room for lawn or play areas. Manageable growth and moderate maintenance needs make it practical for families wanting structure and flowers without complex regimes, suiting busy parents.
Partial-shade side return or alleyway
Suitable for partial shade, it continues to flower and carry glossy foliage where many roses sulk, such as side alleys or north–south boundaries. This offers a simple way to lift awkward spaces with light-reflecting white blooms for urban and suburban owners.
Large container by entrance or terrace
In a 40–50 litre or larger container with support, its vigorous yet controllable growth creates a refined welcome near doors or terraces. The white flowers stand out in evening light, and dependable repeat blooming rewards regular watering for style-conscious beginners.
Styling ideas
White-on-green arch – Train along a simple metal arch with dark-stemmed sedges at the base to emphasise the pure blooms – ideal for design-aware homeowners.
Cottage pergola mix – Combine on a pergola with dwarf lavender and soft pink perennials for a gently romantic, low-fuss seating area – perfect for cottage-garden lovers.
Clean façade line – Fan-train against brick, underplanted with dwarf New Zealand flax for sharp contrast and year-round structure – suited to neat, contemporary front gardens.
Shady-side lift – Use on a side-return trellis with pale hostas or ferns beneath to brighten partial shade – helpful for urban plots with limited direct sun.
Statement container – Plant one specimen in a 50-litre pot by the front door, with trailing thyme at the rim, for a tidy vertical accent – great for beginners and busy households.
Technical cultivar profile
Characteristic
Data
Name and registration
Climbing rose from the Grand Colours collection; registered as DELgribla, marketed as Ice Cool and Blanche Colombe, an exhibition large-flowered climber for garden use.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Georges Delbard, Roseraies Georges Delbard, France; introduced and registered in 1995, with parentage not disclosed by the breeder or introducer.
Growth and structural characteristics
Vigorous climbing habit, typically 240–360 cm high and 160–240 cm spread; dense, dark green, glossy foliage and moderate prickles, forming a substantial vertical framework.
Flower morphology
Semi-double, high-centred blooms with 13–25 petals, medium-sized and mainly solitary; pointed, cut-rose-style buds and remontant flowering with a generous second flush.
Colour data and phenology
Pure white flowers with a creamy sheen; NN155C outer and NN155D inner surfaces, remaining snow-white in full bloom, later softening gently to milky-cream in strong sun.
Fragrance and aroma
Fragrance is very weak and barely noticeable; selected primarily for visual effect and flower form rather than perfume, suiting locations where strong scent is not required.
Hip characteristics
Sparse hip formation due to semi-double blooms; small spherical hips 6–10 mm in diameter, typically orange-red and of minor ornamental value on established plants.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Moderate disease resistance, notably good against black spot with some susceptibility to powdery mildew and rust; hardy to about –21 °C (H7, USDA 6b, Swedish Zone 3).
Horticultural recommendations
Best on supports such as arches, pergolas, fences or façades; prefers sun or light shade, regular watering in drought, and occasional deadheading and health monitoring.
ICE COOL offers pure white exhibition-style blooms, reliable repeat flowering and durable own-root growth in an easy-climbing form; a thoughtful choice if you want a long-term vertical feature without complex rose care.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
ICE COOL – white climbing rose - Delbard
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Pollinator Attraction:
Moderately attractive to pollinators; single to semi‑double flower forms with partly accessible stamens provide reasonable access to pollen and nectar, supporting regular visits.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Semi-double-flowered variety; attracts pollinators only to a limited extent, so is primarily ornamental.
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.
