Rich, intense pink base colour leaning towards purple, which gradually lightens as the bloom ages. - park rose - very strong, garden-filling scented rose - spicy, fruity
– Tall, upright shrub for parks and hedges.
– Lush, dark green foliage for strong structure.
– Large, double, cupped blooms in clusters.
– Rich magenta‑pink flowers gently fading lighter.
– Very strong, spicy‑fruity garden fragrance.
– Special feature: Latvian classic by Roberts Āboliņš, introduced 1978.
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pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL 2-litre own-root potted rose
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LIDIJA FREIMANE – purple‑pink park rose - Āboliņš
For those who value expressive garden colour without complicated design, LIDIJA FREIMANE offers tall, upright structure and richly double, cup-shaped blooms in a refined magenta-pink that softens beautifully as the flowers mature. Its very strong, garden-filling fragrance brings character even to simple front gardens, while the dense, dark green foliage creates a quietly elegant backdrop in mixed cottage-style borders. As an own-root shrub it settles steadily and endures, forming a permanent feature that repays regular care with dependable longevity. In typical British conditions it appreciates a sunny spot and reasonably free-draining soil to cope better with persistent damp and fungal pressure. Over time, its well-anchored presence and layered flower display make it a distinctive choice for taller hedges, informal screens and statement shrubs that feel naturally at home in a traditional garden, developing from strong roots in the first year to fuller shoots in the second and complete ornamental value by the third season.
Lidija Freimane park rose in full bloom, showing rich magenta-pink, cup-shaped double flowers.
Lidija Freimane: closed bud with deep crimson-rose pink colour.
Double, cup-shaped flowers of Lidija Freimane with a full centre.
Usage options
Target area
Reasoning
Front-garden feature shrub
The upright habit and 140–210 cm height allow LIDIJA FREIMANE to stand confidently as a single statement plant near an entrance or bay window, where its rich purple-pink flowers and fruity, spicy scent greet visitors over a long season, particularly suiting the detail-loving homeowner.
Cottage-style mixed border
Its dense, dark green foliage and long, remontant flowering give lasting structure and colour in classic cottage mixes, pairing well with softer perennials while providing a taller, shrubby anchor that looks natural behind lower planting, ideal for relaxed-border beginners.
Informal flowering hedge
Planted at around 105 cm centres it forms a tall, flowered screen, with good foliage cover from top to bottom and moderate self-cleaning that keeps the line presentable once spent blooms are tidied occasionally, suiting privacy-seeking garden families.
Park-style group planting
In groups of three to five, the strong colour and generous flower size create a bold, cohesive block of magenta-pink, giving the look of a small park planting even in a family garden, pleasing those who like generous, characterful borders.
Sunny, well-drained coastal or exposed plots
The sturdy shrub form, proven hardiness to H7 and good anchoring roots make it reassuring where wind and rain are frequent, provided the soil is not waterlogged and fungal disease is managed, appealing to weather-aware coastal gardeners.
Statement rose in a large container
Grown in a 40–50 litre or larger container with regular feeding and watering, it becomes a movable, scented accent for patios or front doors, allowing tall colour where soil is limited, particularly useful for design-focused urban owners.
Long-term structural shrub in family gardens
As an own-root rugosa hybrid it develops a durable framework that responds well to periodic rejuvenation pruning, regrowing strongly from the base and maintaining its role for many years, valuable to those planning stable, long-lived plantings.
Seasonal focal point near seating areas
The very strong, garden-filling perfume and large, double blooms are most enjoyable close to paths and terraces, where regular deadheading is easy and the changing pink tones can be appreciated at eye level by scent-loving outdoor relaxers.
Styling ideas
Entrance Focus – Position LIDIJA FREIMANE by a front path with lady’s mantle at its feet for a soft, frothy edge – ideal for homeowners wanting a welcoming, traditional approach.
Cottage Layering – Place it at the back of a mixed border with lesser calamint and soft blue perennials in front to contrast the rich magenta blooms – perfect for cottage-garden enthusiasts.
Scented Screen – Use as a loosely clipped hedge along a boundary, mixing with evergreen cherry laurel for year-round cover and summer fragrance – suited to families needing privacy and colour.
Patio Statement – Grow one plant in a 50 litre container with simple underplanting of low herbs to highlight its height and perfume – attractive for urban gardeners with limited soil.
Park-Style Group – Plant three to five shrubs together in a lawn island, underplanted with groundcover perennials for a small-scale park effect – appealing to beginners seeking easy, bold structure.
Technical cultivar profile
Parameter
Data
Name and registration
Hybrid Rugosa shrub rose marketed as LIDIJA FREIMANE – purple‑pink park rose - Āboliņš; ARS exhibition name LIDIJA FREIMANE; park and shrub rose collection type.
Origin and breeding
Bred by Roberts Āboliņš at Iedzeni nursery, Latvia; breeding completed mid-1960s, introduced and registered in 1978, parentage unknown but within the hybrid Rugosa group.
Growth and structural characteristics
Strong, upright shrub reaching 140–210 cm high and 90–150 cm wide, with dense, dark green, slightly glossy foliage and a heavily thorned framework that provides solid screening.
Flower morphology
Large, double, cup-shaped blooms 7–10 cm across in clusters; 26–39 petals; remontant with a generous first flush and lighter repeat later, moderate self-cleaning when spent flowers are removed.
Colour data and phenology
Rich crimson-rosepink with magenta-lilac tones; buds deep crimson-pink, opening vivid then fading to pastel pink with lilac sheen; outer petals remain deeper, giving a layered, two-tone effect over time.
Fragrance and aroma
Very strong, garden-filling scent combining fruity and spicy notes; best appreciated near paths, terraces or seating, where air movement can carry perfume through the surrounding planting.
Hip characteristics
Hip set generally modest due to double flowers; occasional spherical, orange-red hips 20–30 mm across, adding late-season interest when present without dominating the shrub’s appearance.
Resistance and winter hardiness
Extremely hardy shrub rose rated to H7, USDA zone 4b and Swedish zone 5; disease-prone in damp, still air, needing regular protection especially against black spot and rust in rainy seasons.
Horticultural recommendations
Best in full sun with well-drained soil; space 105–200 cm depending on use; keep foliage dry where possible and apply routine fungicide or organic protection to maintain health and flowering.
LIDIJA FREIMANE offers tall structure, powerful fragrance and enduring own-root resilience for gardeners willing to provide regular care, making it a characterful choice when you are ready to invest in a lasting shrub rose.
Detailed product attributes
Product Identification Data
Product Name:
LIDIJA FREIMANE – purple‑pink park rose - Āboliņš
Product Type:
pharmaROSA® ORIGINAL - 2-litre own-root potted rose
Flower Colour Description:
Rich, intense pink base colour leaning towards purple, which gradually lightens as the bloom ages.
Closed Bud:
Deep, crimson‑toned pink with a glossy surface and uniform colour distribution.
Newly Opened Flower:
Vivid magenta-pink petals with a subtle lilac edging, in a uniform shade.
Full Bloom:
The central petals lighten to a paler pink, while the outer petals retain a deeper magenta-pink tone.
Before Fading:
Fades to a soft, pastel pink with a delicate lilac sheen on the edges of the petals.
Colour Fading Description:
During opening the vibrant magenta-pink gradually fades to a pale pastel pink, while the outer petal whorl retains the deeper tone for an extended period.
Pollinator Attraction:
Because its strongly double, cup-shaped blooms conceal and limit access to the stamens, this variety attracts relatively few pollinators.
Pollinator-Friendly Rating:
Its double, cupped flowers partly conceal the stamens, therefore limitedly pollinator-friendly, mainly ornamental.
Hip Comment:
Hip formation is expected to be limited due to the double flowers; occasionally producing spherical, orange-red hips 20–30 mm in diameter.
Maintenance Requirement:
Maintenance requirement high; due to poor disease resistance it requires regular plant protection, particularly against black spot and rust.
Primary Uses:
park, specimen, hedge, urban green space
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.
